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Corrinne

Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Corrinne: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1975.

Corrinne is a stylish variant of Corinne, itself the French and English form of the Greek name Korinna, which derives from "korē," meaning "maiden" or "young girl." The most celebrated bearer in the classical world was the ancient Greek poet Korinna, who famously defeated the great Pindar in a poetry competition. The name saw a modern revival through Corinne Bailey Rae, the soulful British singer-songwriter. Place connections are indirect, as the spelling echoes the French river Corrèze, though the etymological root is distinct. A further note: Corrinne can also be seen as an elaboration of the name Cora, and its double 'r' and 'n' give it a more ornate, distinctly Scottish feel compared to the sleeker Corinne.