Holding steady.
Popularity of Corri since 1957
Babies named Corri per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Corri's real moment was 1976.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 13 |
| 1960s | 76 |
| 1970s | 201 |
| 1980s | 190 |
| 1990s | 141 |
| 2000s | 39 |
| 2010s | 27 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Corri is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1957 and never reaching the top 1000. Its peak year was 1976, when it saw its highest usage. The name has since remained consistently uncommon, with fewer than 5 births per year, making it a distinctive choice. Corri is primarily used for girls and resembles the more common Corey or Corrie, often seen as a modern feminine spelling. Though its origins are uncertain, its rarity and simple, spunky sound make it stand out.
Corri likely originated as a spelling variant of Corey or Corrie, which themselves derive from the Irish surname Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidhe) or from the Gaelic word 'coire' meaning 'cauldron' or 'seething pool'. Alternatively, it may be a modern feminine coinage, blending sounds from names like Cora or Lori. Its use as a given name in the United States began in the mid-20th century, appearing sporadically since 1957.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Corri
Names that share Corri's style, for a brother or sister.
