"coral, sea treasure"
Coralie
Pronunciation: [ k-AWR-uhl-ee ]
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A French gem named for the treasure of the sea
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Meaning & Origin
"daughter of the sea"
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Coralie is a French elaboration of Coral, derived from the Greek korallion, referring to the precious red coral found in the Mediterranean Sea. Coral was used in ancient jewelry and medicine, prized for its striking red color and organic beauty. The French suffix -ie transforms the material noun into a feminine given name with lyrical, poetic qualities. Coralie has been a beloved name in France for over two centuries.
Coralie has long been a classic in France and French-speaking countries. It gained English-language attention through Neil Gaiman's 2002 novel Coraline (a variant spelling), which was adapted into a beloved 2009 animated film. The name is now riding the wave of interest in vintage French names.
In French culture, Coralie carries the elegance and femininity associated with classic French names. The name day for Coralie in France is celebrated on May 18th. The Mediterranean coral trade was historically important to French coastal culture.
Historical Record
Coralie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,772 babies have been named Coralie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Coralie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,388 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Neil Gaiman's Coraline (2002) and its 2009 film adaptation introduced a variant spelling to English-speaking audiences worldwide
- Coral reefs cover less than 1% of the ocean floor but support about 25% of all marine species
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Coralie Clement
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,388
- Total SSA Count
- 46
- Cultural Origins
- French English American Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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About the Name Coralie
Coralie is a girl name with French, English, American, and Australian origins . The name means "coral, sea treasure" in Greek .
Coralie is currently ranked #3,388 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Coralie has 3 syllables and is pronounced k-AWR-uhl-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Coralie include Cora, Coral, and Cali. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Coralie include Cora, Coraline, Coral, Coralynn, Coralee . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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