Find out how popular the first name Korrigan has been for the last 4 years (from 2007 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Korrigan by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Korrigan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Korrigan.

The history of the first name Korrigan

The name Korrigan is derived from the Breton word "korrig," which means "little people" or "fairies." The Korrigans are mythological creatures from Breton folklore, often depicted as small, mischievous beings that live in the forests and fields of Brittany, a cultural region in northwestern France.

The origins of the name can be traced back to the ancient Celtic traditions and beliefs that prevailed in the region before the arrival of Christianity. The Korrigans were believed to be supernatural entities closely associated with nature, and they were often regarded with a mixture of respect and fear by the local population.

While there are no definitive historical records of individuals bearing the name Korrigan in ancient times, the name's connection to the mythological beings of Breton folklore suggests that it may have been used as a nickname or descriptive term for individuals with a perceived connection to the natural world or those who exhibited mischievous or whimsical traits.

One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Korrigan was Korrigan ap Gwaredd, a Welsh prince who lived in the 6th century AD. He is mentioned in the ancient Welsh chronicle "Annales Cambriae" as the ruler of the Kingdom of Erging, located in present-day Gwent, Wales.

Another notable figure associated with the name is Korrigan de Lanvaux, a Breton noblewoman from the 12th century. She is known for her involvement in the construction of the Abbaye de Lanvaux, a Cistercian monastery in the town of Lanvaux, France.

In the 15th century, Korrigan Le Roux was a Breton sailor and explorer who is believed to have accompanied Jacques Cartier on his expedition to the Gulf of St. Lawrence in present-day Canada. Le Roux's name appears in Cartier's logbooks and journals, suggesting his involvement in the early exploration of the region.

During the Renaissance period, Korrigan du Guesclin was a French poet and playwright who lived in the 16th century. She is remembered for her contributions to the development of French literature and her works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.

In more recent times, Korrigan Penvenen was a Breton artist and sculptor who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is renowned for his intricate woodcarvings and sculptures that depicted scenes from Breton folklore and the natural world, drawing inspiration from the mythological Korrigans.

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