Koral
A feminine name originating from Polish meaning "pearl" or "coral".
Name Census estimates that about 876 living Americans carry the first name Koral. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Koral today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Koral births was 2008 (37 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Koral. 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
876
~ 1 in 391,272 Americans
Peak year
2008
37 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,070
Tracked since 1954
Popularity
Koral: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Koral from the 1950s through to the 2020s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 279 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Koral 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 Koral during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Korals live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Florida, Texas recorded the most babies named Koral, while Texas, Florida, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 31 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Koral
The name Koral has its origins in the Czech language and culture, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. Derived from the word "koral," meaning "coral" in Czech, the name was likely initially used as a descriptive term or nickname for individuals with a ruddy complexion or fiery red hair.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Koral can be found in a 14th-century Czech chronicle, where it was mentioned as the name of a prominent nobleman from the region now known as Moravia. This early historical reference suggests that the name was already in use among the aristocratic classes of the time.
As the name Koral spread throughout Central Europe, it also found its way into various religious and literary works. In the 16th century, a Czech translation of the Bible included the name Koral as a minor character, indicating its widespread acceptance within the Christian community.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Koral. One of the earliest was Koral of Žebrák (c. 1450-1520), a Czech military commander who played a significant role in the Hussite Wars of the 15th century. His exploits were chronicled in various historical accounts of the time.
Another prominent figure was Koral Bedřich Kapras (1868-1946), a renowned Czech historian and archivist who made significant contributions to the study of medieval Bohemian history. His extensive research and publications on the subject have become invaluable resources for scholars.
In the realm of literature, Koral Kučera (1904-1977) was a celebrated Czech writer and poet whose works explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition. His poetry collections, such as "Verše pro tebe" (Verses for You), gained widespread acclaim and cemented his place in the literary canon.
Koral Vavra (1920-2002), a distinguished Czech film director and screenwriter, is also noteworthy. His acclaimed works, including the historical drama "Kladivo na čarodějnice" (Witches' Hammer), earned him numerous accolades and recognition both domestically and internationally.
Finally, Koral Šumavský (1938-2010) was a prominent Czech environmentalist and conservationist who dedicated his life to protecting the natural landscapes and wildlife of the Šumava region. His tireless efforts and advocacy played a crucial role in preserving this unique ecosystem for future generations.
People
Koral + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Koral as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Koral: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Koral?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 876 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Koral 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 391,272 US residents.
Is Koral a common name?
We classify Koral as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 896 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Koral most popular?
The single biggest year for Koral was 2008, when 37 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Koral is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Koral a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Koral 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.