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Corrin

Girl name · 16 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Corrin: 16 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2015.

Corrin likely derives from the Irish and Scottish Gaelic *Currán* or *Corráin*, meaning "spear" or "little spear," evoking a sense of sharp wit or resilience. It is also sometimes considered a variant of Cora or a feminine form of Corrinne, with roots in the Greek *Korē* for "maiden." While not widely famous as a standalone given name, it gained modern recognition through the video game *Fire Emblem Fates*, whose protagonist Corrin is a dragon-blooded royal navigating a divided world. The name shares its root with the Corran Peninsula in Scotland, a place name tied to the Gaelic word for "spearhead" or "rocky point." A closer relative is Corrine, which has enjoyed more consistent use across the UK and America, though Corrin retains a crisp, unisex charm that suits parents seeking something succinct with a Celtic edge.