"maiden, girl"
Origin: Ancient Greek
Language: Greek
Korina
Korina is a girl name of Ancient Greek origin meaning "maiden, girl." Ranked #5,254 in the US, popular nicknames include Kori and Kora.
A classic Greek maiden name with poetic roots
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Meaning & Origin
"pure"
Origin: Latin derivative
Language: Latin
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The Story of Korina
Korina is a variant spelling of Corina or Corinna, derived from the ancient Greek name Korinna, itself from the word kore meaning maiden or girl. The ancient Greek lyric poet Korinna of Tanagra, who reportedly competed with and sometimes defeated Pindar, was one of its most celebrated bearers. The name traveled through Latin literature via the Roman poet Ovid, who immortalized a Corinna in his Amores.
Korina peaked in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century, riding the wave of popularity for -ina ending names. It is now considered a vintage name, carrying a nostalgic charm.
In Greek tradition, Korina evokes the memory of the ancient poetess Korinna, making it a name with strong literary associations. In Italy and Spain, variants like Corina remain more actively used.
Historical Record
Korina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 2,590 babies have been named Korina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Korina is past its peak , currently ranked #5,254 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The ancient Greek poet Korinna was said to have beaten the great Pindar in poetic competitions
- Ovid used the name Corinna for the protagonist of his love poetry collection Amores
Korina in Other Languages
Greek
Κορίνα
French
Corine
German
Corina
Italian
Corina
Spanish
Corina
Popularity Over Time
#5,254
Current Rank
Peaked 1995
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Korina
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Corina Smith
Musician
1973
American Eurodance singer known for the 1991 hit Temptation
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Korinna of Tanagra
Writer
Ancient Greek lyric poetess from Tanagra, Boeotia, said to have competed with and defeated Pindar
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,254
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Greek English Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Kori
Kora
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Korina
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Frequently Asked Questions About Korina
What does the name Korina mean?
"maiden, girl" (from Ancient Greek). "pure" (from Latin derivative). Korina is a variant spelling of Corina or Corinna, derived from the ancient Greek name Korinna, itself from the word kore meaning maiden or girl. The ancient Greek lyric poet Korinna of Tanagra, who reportedly competed with and sometimes defeated Pindar, was one of its most celebrated bearers. The name traveled through Latin literature via the Roman poet Ovid, who immortalized a Corinna in his Amores.
What is the origin of the name Korina?
Korina has Ancient Greek, Latin derivative, Greek, English, and Italian origins. In Ancient Greek, it means "maiden, girl". In Latin derivative, it means "pure".
Is Korina a boy or girl name?
Korina is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Korina?
Korina is currently ranked #5254 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Korina?
Common nicknames for Korina include Kori and Kora.
What are good middle names for Korina?
Popular middle name pairings include Korina Mae, Korina Rose, Korina Jean, Korina Elizabeth, and Korina Anne.
What are good sibling names for Korina?
Names that pair well with Korina as siblings include Delia, Petra, Miles, Declan, and Thea.
How many syllables does Korina have?
Korina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Korina a common or rare name?
Korina is an uncommon name, ranked #5254 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Korina
Korina is a girl name with Greek, English, and Italian origins . The name means "maiden, girl" in Ancient Greek .
Korina is currently ranked #5,254 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Korina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Korina include Kori and Kora. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Korina include Kori, Korie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis