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Corinne

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Pronounced koh-RIN /kɒˈrɪn/High

Meaning: French form of Corinna, from Greek Korinna, a diminutive of Kore meaning maiden or girl; also associated with the ancient Greek lyric poetess Corinna of TanagraHigh

In 30 seconds: Corinne is an elegant French name meaning maiden, drawn from ancient Greek through the French literary tradition. With a clean, sophisticated two-syllable sound and Romantic literary prestige, it is quietly rising in the vintage revival.
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Origin HighGreek, French
MeaningFrench form of Corinna, from Greek Korinna, a diminutive of Kore meaning maiden or girl; also associated with the ancient Greek lyric poetess Corinna of Tanagra
U.S. rank (2025)#999 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births253 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1978
Total births (all-time)≈ 49,872

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197818802025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Corinne derives from Greek Korinna, a diminutive of Kore meaning maiden. The French form Corinne was popularized by Madame de Stael's 1807 novel Corinne, ou l'Italie, one of the first major novels with a female artist protagonist.

Corinne has maintained steady use in France and Francophone countries and has a refined following in the United States. It carries the literary prestige of both ancient Greek poetry and French Romantic fiction.

Did you know? Corinna of Tanagra was a Greek lyric poet of the 5th century BCE, a contemporary and alleged rival of Pindar, considered one of the greatest female poets of antiquity. Nine of her poems were reportedly so celebrated that Pindar's victories over her were said to shame the Theban crowds.
Overall data confidence 91%
Behind the Name — Corinne — Greek and French etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

CorinnaCorenCorin

Nicknames

CoriRinnRina

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Corinne mean?

Corinne means maiden or girl from Greek Kore through the diminutive Korinna. The French form Corinne carries both ancient and Romantic literary prestige.

How do you pronounce Corinne?

It is said koh-RIN, with two syllables and stress on the second.

Is Corinne a French name?

Yes, Corinne is the French form of the ancient Greek Corinna, used in France since the Romantic era and known through Madame de Stael's 1807 novel.

Is Corinne a popular name?

Corinne has been in steady use in France and the United States and is part of the gentle revival of elegant French names.