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Corbin

Boy name · 13 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Corbin: 13 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2008.

From the Latin *corvus*, meaning "crow," Corbin arrived in Scotland via the Norman French *corbin*—a name with a sharp, dark elegance. Its most famous bearers include actor Corbin Bleu, star of *High School Musical*, and Corbin Bernsen, known for *L.A. Law*. While no Scottish place directly shares the name, the root is echoed in the Corbin family seat in Northumberland. A habitational surname turned given name, Corbin also sometimes appears as Korbin, a modernised spelling that remains less common in Scotland. Its sleek, two-syllable sound and animal association give it a timeless, slightly brooding charm—fitting for parents wanting a name that feels both grounded and distinctive.

Boy 4 of 52 years

Peak year
20084 babies
Latest (2013)
#6873 babies
Total births
13since 2008
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2008 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).