Corum

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Pronounced KOR-um /ˈkɔr.əm/High

Meaning: A modern name of uncertain origin, variously an Irish surname/place-name (linked to 'a hollow/ravine') and a Cor- + -um coinage; routes uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: A hollow; a modern name: Corum. Crisp, modern, and warm (said 'KOR-um'). Routes uncertain.

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Origin LowAmerican, Irish

MeaningA modern name of uncertain origin, variously an Irish surname/place-name (linked to 'a hollow/ravine') and a Cor- + -um coinage; routes uncertain

U.S. rank (2024)#10069

2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 7

History & Origin

Corum is a modern name of uncertain origin, variously an Irish surname/place-name (linked to 'a hollow/ravine') and a Cor- + -um coinage (routes uncertain, which we flag honestly). A crisp, modern name (said 'KOR-um').

In the U.S. it appears very recently. Rare, a-recent-coinage, and crisp.

Did you know? Corum is a modern name of uncertain origin, variously an Irish surname/place-name (linked to 'a hollow') — a crisp, modern name (the routes are uncertain, which we note; said 'KOR-um').

Overall data confidence 18%

U.S. Social Security Administration name files — routes uncertain

Variations

CorimKorumCoram

Nicknames

Cor

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Corum mean?

Corum is a modern name of uncertain origin, variously an Irish surname/place-name ('a hollow') and a coinage; we flag it honestly.

How do you pronounce Corum?

It's said KOR-um /ˈkɔr.əm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Corum a boy or girl name?

Corum is a boy's name.

How popular is Corum?

Corum is a very rare name in the U.S.