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Corinna

Girl name · 53 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Corinna: 53 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 8 births in 1980.

Corinna is a name of ancient Greek origin, derived from the poet Korinna, though its meaning is uncertain—some link it to the Greek word for "maiden" or see it as a feminine form of the Greek name Kore. The most famous bearer is the ancient Greek lyric poet Corinna, who was said to have competed with and defeated Pindar in poetic contests. In more recent times, the name has been carried by figures such as German actress Corinna Harfouch and Corinna Schumacher, wife of the Formula One champion. The name does not have a

Girl 13 of 52 years

Peak year
19808 babies
Latest (1997)
#6533 babies
Total births
53since 1974
5-year trend
▼ 22%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1980 · 8
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).