Koralee
A feminine name derived from a combination of Cora and Lee, possibly meaning "maiden meadow" or "heart".
Name Census estimates that about 193 living Americans carry the first name Koralee. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Koralee today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Koralee births was 2022 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Koralee. 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
193
~ 1 in 1,775,929 Americans
Peak year
2022
26 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,764
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Koralee: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Koralee from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 107 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Koralee remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Koralee 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 Koralee 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 Koralee
The name Koralee finds its origins in the Greek language, with its roots traced back to the ancient Greek word "kore," which translates to "maiden" or "young girl." This name was often associated with the goddess Persephone, the daughter of Demeter in Greek mythology, who was also known as the "Maiden of the Underworld."
During the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the 4th to the 1st century BCE, variations of the name, such as "Koralia" and "Korallia," were used throughout the Greek-speaking world. These variations were likely derived from the combination of "kore" and the Greek word "halios," meaning "of the sea," suggesting a connection to the marine realm.
The name Koralee, with its modern spelling, emerged in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is believed to have been influenced by the French name "Coralie," which itself was a variation of the Greek "Koralia." The addition of the suffix "-lee" was likely an attempt to create a more melodic and feminine version of the name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Koralee can be found in the 1870 United States Census, where a small number of individuals were listed with this name. However, it was not until the early 20th century that the name gained wider popularity, particularly in North America.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Koralee. One such figure was Koralee Faris (1903-1989), an American actress and dancer who appeared in numerous Broadway productions and Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s. Another notable Koralee was Koralee Samhain (1950-2008), a prominent figure in the modern Pagan and Wiccan movements, known for her work in promoting earth-based spirituality.
In the literary realm, Koralee Rowley (1925-2010) was a renowned Canadian author and educator, best known for her award-winning children's books that explored themes of nature and environmental conservation. Additionally, Koralee Mallison (born 1964) is a contemporary Australian artist and sculptor, whose works have been exhibited in galleries across the world.
While the name Koralee has maintained a presence throughout history, it has not been as widely used as some other names of Greek origin. Nevertheless, its connection to ancient mythology and its melodic sound have contributed to its enduring appeal, making it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with a rich cultural heritage.
People
Koralee + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Koralee 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
Koralee: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Koralee?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 193 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Koralee 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 1,775,929 US residents.
Is Koralee a common name?
We classify Koralee as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 194 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Koralee most popular?
The single biggest year for Koralee was 2022, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Koralee is about 8 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 Koralee in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Koralee a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Koralee 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 Koralee still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Koralee 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 Koralee 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 Koralee?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Koralee on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.