Corenne
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly from the Latin "corus" meaning "young girl."
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Corenne. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Corenne today is around 99 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Corenne births was 1921 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Corenne. 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.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Corenne is about 99 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Corennes were born before 1937.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Corenne. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1921
8 babies that year
Average age
99
years old
1934 SSA rank
#3,898
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Corenne: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Corenne from the 1910s through to the 1930s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1910s, with 10 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1910s peak, Corenne remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Corenne 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 Corenne during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Corenne
The name Corenne is a French feminine given name derived from the Late Latin word 'corus', meaning 'chorus' or 'choir'. Its origins can be traced back to the 6th century AD when it was first recorded as a name in the region of Gaul, which is modern-day France.
The name Corenne is believed to have been initially bestowed upon young girls who were part of church choirs or choruses, as a way to symbolize their musical talents and devotion to the church. Over time, the name spread beyond its religious connotations and became a popular choice among French families.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Corenne can be found in the 9th century French chronicle 'Vita Caroli Magni' by Einhard, which mentions a nun named Corenne who resided in the Abbey of Saint-Denis near Paris. This historical reference suggests that the name was in use during the Carolingian era of the early Middle Ages.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Corenne. One such figure was Corenne de Ventadour (c. 1175 - c. 1230), a renowned 12th-century Occitan troubadour and noblewoman from the region of Limousin in France. Her poetic works and contributions to the courtly love tradition have been widely celebrated and studied.
Another prominent figure was Corenne de Tonnerre (1520 - 1598), a French noblewoman and influential figure during the French Wars of Religion. She played a significant role in negotiating peace treaties and was known for her diplomatic skills and political acumen.
In the 17th century, Corenne de la Baume (1630 - 1698) was a French mystic and spiritual writer who authored several works on religious contemplation and the mystic path. Her writings were widely read and influential during her lifetime.
Moving into the 19th century, Corenne Avice (1809 - 1892) was a French sculptor and painter known for her portraits and allegorical works. She exhibited at the prestigious Paris Salon and gained recognition for her artistic talents.
Finally, in the 20th century, Corenne Lévesque (1920 - 2004) was a Canadian actress and playwright who made significant contributions to the Quebec theater scene. She was a prominent figure in the cultural renaissance of Quebec and received numerous accolades for her work.
People
Corenne + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Corenne 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
Corenne: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Corenne?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Corenne 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 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Corenne a common name?
We classify Corenne as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 24 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Corenne most popular?
The single biggest year for Corenne was 1921, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Corenne is about 99 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 Corenne in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Corenne a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Corenne 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.
Is Corenne still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Corenne 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 Corenne 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 many people are called Corenne?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.