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Coralee
Pronounced KOR-ə-lee /ˈkɔr.ə.li/High
Meaning: Compound of Cora ('maiden', Greek; or coral) and Lee ('meadow, clearing'); routes layeredMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Coralee is a compound of Cora — from Greek kore, 'maiden', and the coral of the sea — and Lee, Old English 'meadow, clearing' (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, vintage name.
It registers thinly in records. Rare, maiden-and-meadow at the root, and retro.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Coralee mean?
Coralee joins Cora ('maiden'/coral) with Lee ('meadow'); the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Coralee?
It's said KOR-ə-lee /ˈkɔr.ə.li/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Coralee a boy or girl name?
Coralee is a girl's name.
How popular is Coralee?
Coralee is a rare name in the U.S.