Holding steady.
Popularity of Corean since 1881
Babies named Corean per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1925, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Corean's real moment was 1905.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 68 |
| 1900s | 119 |
| 1910s | 237 |
| 1920s | 218 |
| 1930s | 101 |
| 1940s | 86 |
| 1950s | 64 |
| 1960s | 23 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Corean is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1881. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its extremely low usage. The name saw a modest peak in 1905, with a few dozen births that year. Despite its early 20th century emergence, its trajectory has remained stable and obscure, with only occasional use in subsequent decades. Corean is most likely a variant of more common names like Corinne or Cora, possibly influenced by the suffix 'ean.' Its exact origins remain unclear, as it does not have a well-documented etymology. With no strong ties to any particular region or culture, Corean continues to be a highly uncommon choice, appealing to those seeking a distinctive yet simple name.
Corean is a rare name that likely emerged as a variant of names like Corinne, possibly influenced by the suffix -ean. It appears sporadically in U.S. records from the late 19th century, with a small peak in 1905. Its exact derivation is unclear, and it may have been invented or adapted from similar-sounding names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cora, Rean
Sibling names for Corean
Names that share Corean's style, for a brother or sister.
