"maiden, girl"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Corrine
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A literary French name meaning maiden
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"beautiful maiden"
Origin: Greek via Latin
Language: French
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The Story of Corrine
Corrine is a French and English variant of Corinna, derived from the Greek Korinna, a diminutive of kore meaning maiden or girl. The ancient Greek poetess Corinna of Tanagra was said to have competed with and even defeated Pindar in poetry contests. Madame de Stael immortalized the name in French culture with her 1807 novel Corinne, ou l Italie, making it a symbol of artistic and intellectual femininity.
Corrine was fashionable in France and England in the 19th century, largely due to Madame de Stael novel. In America, it enjoyed steady use through the mid-20th century. It has never been wildly trendy, which gives it a certain timeless dignity.
Madame de Stael novel Corinne, ou l Italie (1807) made this name a symbol of the free-spirited, creative woman in European culture. The fictional Corinne was a celebrated poet living independently in Rome — a radical idea for its time.
Historical Record
Corrine first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 11,092 babies have been named Corrine in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Corrine is past its peak , currently ranked #4,385 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Corinna of Tanagra was a real Greek lyric poet said to have beaten Pindar five times in poetry competitions
- Madame de Stael 1807 novel Corinne was one of the first European feminist novels, featuring an independent woman artist as its heroine
Corrine in Other Languages
French
Corinne
German
Korinna
Italian
Corinna
Spanish
Corina
Popularity Over Time
#4,385
Current Rank
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Peaked 1954
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Corinna of Tanagra
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Ancient Greek lyric poet, rival to Pindar, believed to have lived in the 5th-4th century BCE
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,385
- Total SSA Count
- 32
- Cultural Origins
- French English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Cori
Cor
Rina
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Frequently Asked Questions About Corrine
What does the name Corrine mean?
"maiden, girl" (from Greek). "beautiful maiden" (from Greek via Latin). Corrine is a French and English variant of Corinna, derived from the Greek Korinna, a diminutive of kore meaning maiden or girl. The ancient Greek poetess Corinna of Tanagra was said to have competed with and even defeated Pindar in poetry contests. Madame de Stael immortalized the name in French culture with her 1807 novel Corinne, ou l Italie, making it a symbol of artistic and intellectual femininity.
What is the origin of the name Corrine?
Corrine has Greek, Greek via Latin, French, English, and American origins. In Greek, it means "maiden, girl". In Greek via Latin, it means "beautiful maiden".
Is Corrine a boy or girl name?
Corrine is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Corrine?
Corrine is currently ranked #4385 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Corrine?
Common nicknames for Corrine include Cori, Cor, and Rina.
What are good middle names for Corrine?
Popular middle name pairings include Corrine Anne, Corrine Marie, Corrine Louise, Corrine Jane, Corrine Elise, Corrine Grace, and Corrine Vivienne.
What are good sibling names for Corrine?
Names that pair well with Corrine as siblings include Celeste, Adele, Renee, Pascale, Margot, Philippe, and Etienne.
How many syllables does Corrine have?
Corrine has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Corrine a common or rare name?
Corrine is an uncommon name, ranked #4385 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Corrine?
Are there other spellings for Corrine?
Related spellings include Corrie.
About the Name Corrine
Corrine is a girl name with French, English, and American origins . The name means "maiden, girl" in Greek .
Corrine is currently ranked #4,385 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Corrine has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Corrine include Cori, Cor, and Rina. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Corrine include Corrie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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