Holding steady.
Popularity of Coriana since 1993
Babies named Coriana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 69 |
| 2000s | 113 |
| 2010s | 95 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Coriana is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. baby name records in 1993. It reached its peak usage in 1997, but has never entered the top 1,000 nationally, indicating a consistently rare choice. The name likely emerged as a creative combination of Cora (from Greek Kore, meaning 'maiden') and the popular -iana suffix, a pattern seen in other modern coinages like Ariana and Brianna. While its exact origin is uncertain, Coriana fits a trend of melodic, multisyllabic girl names that gained visibility in the 1990s. Its stable trajectory suggests it has maintained a small but loyal following. No specific states recorded notable usage, reinforcing its niche appeal.
Coriana first appeared in U.S. records in 1993, likely a modern fusion of the root name Cora (from Greek Kore, 'maiden') and the fashionable suffix -iana. It may also be a feminine elaboration of Corian or a variant of Corriana. The name has seen sporadic but consistent use since the 1990s, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cori, Riana, Ana
Sibling names for Coriana
Names that share Coriana's style, for a brother or sister.
