"maiden, girl"
Origin: Greek kore
Language: Greek
Coralee
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Meaning & Origin
"coral"
Origin: Latin corallium
Language: Latin
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The Story of Coralee
Coralee is a charming blend of Cora and Lee. Cora derives from the Greek kore meaning maiden or girl — it was a poetic name for Persephone, goddess of spring. The -lee suffix adds a warm, Southern American touch. The name Coralie also exists as a French form, derived from corail (coral), the beautiful marine organism prized for its vibrant color since ancient times.
Coralee and the related name Coraline gained popularity in the 2000s following Neil Gaiman's beloved 2002 novella Coraline and its 2009 animated film adaptation. The name fits the trend of vintage names with nature connections experiencing a comeback.
In Greek mythology, Kore (Cora) was Persephone before she became queen of the underworld — representing youth, spring, and new growth. The coral connection also links the name to the sea, used in jewelry and decoration since ancient Egypt and Rome.
Historical Record
Coralee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,638 babies have been named Coralee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Coralee is past its peak , currently ranked #4,767 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Cora was the secret name of Persephone before she became queen of the underworld in Greek myth
- Coral was one of the first gemstones used by ancient Egyptians and Romans in jewelry
Coralee in Other Languages
Greek
Κόρη
French
Coralie
German
Koralie
Italian
Coralia
Spanish
Coral
Popularity Over Time
#4,767
Current Rank
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Peaked 1955
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Fictional protagonist of Neil Gaiman's 2002 novella Coraline, a brave girl who discovers a secret parallel world
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,767
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- English American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Cora
Coral
Lee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Coralee
What does the name Coralee mean?
"maiden, girl" (from Greek kore). "coral" (from Latin corallium). Coralee is a charming blend of Cora and Lee. Cora derives from the Greek kore meaning maiden or girl — it was a poetic name for Persephone, goddess of spring. The -lee suffix adds a warm, Southern American touch. The name Coralie also exists as a French form, derived from corail (coral), the beautiful marine organism prized for its vibrant color since ancient times.
What is the origin of the name Coralee?
Coralee has Greek kore, Latin corallium, English, American, and French origins. In Greek kore, it means "maiden, girl". In Latin corallium, it means "coral".
Is Coralee a boy or girl name?
Coralee is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Coralee?
Coralee is currently ranked #4767 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Coralee?
Common nicknames for Coralee include Cora, Coral, and Lee.
What are good middle names for Coralee?
Popular middle name pairings include Coralee Jane, Coralee Mae, Coralee Rose, Coralee Ann, Coralee Beth, Coralee Grace, and Coralee Faye.
What are good sibling names for Coralee?
Names that pair well with Coralee as siblings include Violet, Pearl, Hazel, Jasper, Flora, Amos, and Wren.
How many syllables does Coralee have?
Coralee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Coralee a common or rare name?
Coralee is an uncommon name, ranked #4767 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Coralee
Coralee is a girl name with English, American, and French origins . The name means "maiden, girl" in Greek kore .
Coralee is currently ranked #4,767 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Coralee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Coralee include Cora, Coral, and Lee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Coralee include Cora, Coraline, Coral, Coralie, Coralynn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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