Coreena
A feminine name meaning "maiden" in Greek.
Name Census estimates that about 315 living Americans carry the first name Coreena. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Coreena today is around 45 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Coreena births was 1961 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Coreena. 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.
People living today
315
~ 1 in 1,088,109 Americans
Peak year
1961
16 babies that year
Average age
45
years old
2007 SSA rank
#18,249
Tracked since 1961
Popularity
Coreena: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Coreena from the 1960s through to the 2000s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 93 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1960s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Coreena 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 Coreena during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Coreenas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Coreena
The name Coreena is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit word 'Korinne,' which means 'pure' or 'precious.' It is a feminine name that has been in use since ancient times in various regions of the Indian subcontinent. The name can also be traced back to the Greek word 'Korinna,' which refers to a famous ancient Greek poet and lyric poetess from Tanagra, Boeotia, who lived around 510 BC.
In ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, the name Coreena is mentioned as a representation of purity, innocence, and divinity. It was often given to female children as a way to bless them with a virtuous and righteous life. The earliest recorded use of the name dates back to the 5th century AD, when it was found inscribed on ancient stone carvings and temple walls in parts of South India.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Coreena. One of the earliest known was Coreena of Carthage, a Christian martyr who lived in the 3rd century AD and was executed for her faith during the persecution of Christians under the Roman Empire. Another notable figure was Coreena Ananda, a revered Buddhist nun and scholar who lived in Sri Lanka during the 10th century and was renowned for her teachings on mindfulness and meditation.
In the realm of arts and literature, Coreena Petrie (1859-1935) was a celebrated Scottish artist and illustrator known for her intricate watercolor paintings and etchings depicting scenes from Scottish folklore and mythology. Coreena Scofield (1892-1967) was an American novelist and poet who gained recognition for her works exploring themes of love, loss, and the human condition.
In more recent times, Coreena Fitzpatrick (1923-2010) was an Irish politician and activist who played a significant role in the Northern Irish civil rights movement and advocated for peace and reconciliation during the Troubles. Coreena Barrymore (born 1962) is a Canadian actress and director who has appeared in numerous films and television shows, earning critical acclaim for her performances.
While the name Coreena has its roots in ancient cultures and traditions, it has transcended geographical boundaries and continues to be used across various regions and communities, symbolizing purity, grace, and strength.
People
Coreena + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Coreena 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
Coreena: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Coreena?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 315 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Coreena 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 1,088,109 US residents.
Is Coreena a common name?
We classify Coreena as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 345 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Coreena most popular?
The single biggest year for Coreena was 1961, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Coreena is about 45 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Coreena a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Coreena in the SSA data are female. 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.
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.