Declining since 2012, #3,314 for boys today.
Popularity of Corban since 1974
Babies named Corban per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 38 |
| 1980s | 105 |
| 1990s | 420 |
| 2000s | 1,234 |
| 2010s | 1,511 |
| 2020s | 278 |
Meaning & origin
Corban is a biblical name with deep spiritual roots, taken directly from the Hebrew term for an offering consecrated to God. Despite its ancient origins, the name did not appear on the U.S. baby name charts until 1974, and it remains a relatively rare choice. Its peak popularity came in 2013, when it reached its highest rank, but since 2012 the name has been on a gradual decline. In 2025, Corban ranked 3,314, with only about 1 in 48,802 boys receiving the name that year. Its rarity and strong religious meaning appeal to parents seeking a distinct biblical name that is both traditional and uncommon.
Corban derives from the Hebrew word 'qorban' (קרבן), meaning 'offering' or 'sacrifice,' used in the Bible to refer to a gift consecrated to God. In the New Testament, Jesus references 'Corban' in Mark 7:11 to criticize the practice of dedicating resources to God while neglecting parental support. Despite its ancient roots, Corban was rarely used as a personal name until the late 20th century, when it emerged as a distinctive biblical choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Corb, Cory
Sibling names for Corban
Names that share Corban's style, for a brother or sister.
