Meaning, origin, history
The name Corinn is of Latin origin and means "maiden." It is a variant spelling of the name Cornelia, which was borne by several prominent women in ancient Roman history, including the mother of the Gracchi brothers, who were famous tribunes of the people.
In medieval times, the name Cornelia was adopted by several noble families in Europe, and it eventually evolved into various forms such as Cornelle, Corinne, and Corinn. Today, Corinn is still a relatively uncommon name but continues to be used occasionally, particularly in English-speaking countries.
There are no notable historical figures with the name Corinn, however, there have been several notable people with similar names such as Cornelia Otis Skinner, an American actress, and Cornelia Fort, a World War II pilot.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Corinn since 1880
Total births
643
Total since 1880
Peak year
1978
31 births
in 2019
8
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-38%
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vs previous 5 years