Coire
A Scottish name referring to a steep-sided hollow or valley.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Coire. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Coire today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Coire births was 1981 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Coire. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Coire with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Coire. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1981
6 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
1981 SSA rank
#5,629
Tracked since 1981
Popularity
Coire: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Coire by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Coire during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Coire
Coire is a given name with roots tracing back to ancient Celtic languages. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "coire," which means a circular hollow or basin in a mountain or hillside. This suggests that the name may have originated among Celtic communities situated in mountainous regions of Western Europe.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Coire can be found in historical records from Ireland and Scotland dating back to the 6th century AD. During this period, the name was commonly used among Gaelic-speaking populations in these regions. It is believed that the name held significant cultural and geographical significance for these communities, reflecting their deep connection to the natural landscapes they inhabited.
In ancient Irish and Scottish texts, the name Coire is mentioned in various contexts, often associated with place names or personal names of notable figures. One prominent example is Coire Bhreathnach, a famous Irish warrior and leader from the 7th century, whose name translates to "Coire the Briton."
Throughout history, several individuals have borne the name Coire, though its usage has been relatively uncommon compared to other Celtic names. Notable examples include Coire Finn (1050-1120), a renowned Irish poet and bard, and Coire Mac Conghail (1220-1280), a Scottish chieftain and military leader.
In the 13th century, a Scottish noblewoman named Coire Stewart (1245-1310) played a significant role in the Wars of Scottish Independence, supporting the cause of Robert the Bruce. Her bravery and loyalty were celebrated in historical accounts of the time.
Another notable figure was Coire MacGregor (1570-1640), a Scottish clan chief known for his involvement in the Highland feuds of the 16th and 17th centuries. His exploits and leadership during these conflicts were documented in various historical chronicles.
While the name Coire has deep-rooted historical significance, its usage has declined over time, particularly in recent centuries. However, it remains a part of the rich cultural heritage of Celtic communities, serving as a reminder of their connection to the rugged landscapes and their ancestral roots.
People
Coire + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Coire as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Coire: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Coire?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Coire going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Coire a common name?
We classify Coire as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Coire most popular?
The single biggest year for Coire was 1981, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Coire is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Coire in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Coire a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Coire in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Coire still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Coire in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Coire can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Coire?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.