2010
#157,234
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 103
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.03
Very Rare Last name
Coryn
A derivative of the Irish surname "Curran" meaning little dark one or swarthy.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 130 Americans carry the last name Coryn. That puts it at #147,221 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,636,572 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Coryn surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
130
1 in 2,636,572
Census rank
#147,221
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
113
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 113 bearers of the surname Coryn in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 147221st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Coryn, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.8%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Coryn
The surname CORYN has its origins in France, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "corin," which referred to a small horn or a bugle. This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname given to a hornblower or a trumpeter.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name CORYN can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of lands and properties conducted in England in 1086. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Coryn" and "Corein," indicating its French roots.
In the 13th century, a notable figure named Jehan Coryn was mentioned in the records of the town of Reims, France. He was a prominent merchant and landowner, highlighting the name's association with prosperity and status during that time.
The CORYN name has also been linked to several place names in France, such as Coryn-sur-Oise and Coryn-la-Ville. These places may have influenced the spread and adoption of the surname in different regions.
One of the earliest known individuals with the surname CORYN was Guillaume Coryn, born in 1345 in Normandy, France. He was a skilled artisan and craftsman, renowned for his intricate woodcarvings adorning local churches and noble residences.
In the 15th century, a prominent CORYN family resided in the region of Burgundy, France. One member, Jacques Coryn (1438-1501), was a respected scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the intellectual circles of his time.
During the 16th century, the CORYN name gained prominence in England, possibly due to the migration of French Huguenots seeking refuge from religious persecution. Nicolas Coryn (1520-1589) was a notable figure in this wave of migration, establishing himself as a successful merchant in London.
Another significant figure was Marie Coryn (1612-1678), a French noblewoman known for her philanthropic efforts and patronage of the arts. She was a prominent figure in the court of King Louis XIV and played a crucial role in supporting artists and writers during the French Renaissance.
In the 18th century, the CORYN name appeared in the works of renowned authors and playwrights. Jean-Baptiste Coryn (1725-1798), a French dramatist, gained recognition for his satirical plays that challenged societal norms and advocated for social reform.
Overall, the surname CORYN has a rich and diverse history, originating in France and spreading across Europe through migration, trade, and cultural exchange. Its connection to occupations, places, and notable individuals highlights its enduring presence throughout the centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Coryn
Among Census respondents with the surname Coryn, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.8%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Coryn bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Coryn surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White96.5% · 109
- Hispanic or Latino1.8% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9% · 1
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Coryn
Coryn appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#147,221
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 113
+10 bearers (+9.7%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 10,013 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #157,234 | 103 | 0.03 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #147,221 | 113 | 0.04 | +10 bearers (+9.7%) | Up 10,013 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Coryn surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #157,234 | #147,221 | 6.4% |
| Count | 103 | 113 | 9.7% |
| Per 100K | 0.03 | 0.04 | 26.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Coryn bearers went from 103 to 113 (+9.7% change). The surname moved up 10,013 positions in the national ranking, going from #157,234 to #147,221.
FAQ
Coryn surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Coryn?
Name Census estimates that about 130 living Americans carry the surname Coryn. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,636,572 residents.
How common is Coryn?
Coryn ranks #147,221 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 113 people with the surname Coryn. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (130), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Coryn.
Has Coryn become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Coryn went from 103 recorded bearers to 113. That is an increase of 10 (+9.7%). In the national ranking it rose from #157,234 to #147,221.
What does the Census say about the background of Coryn?
Among Census respondents with the surname Coryn, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.8%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Coryn in the 2020 Census, accounting for 96.5% (109 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Coryn appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (96.5%), Hispanic (1.8%), Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Coryn (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Coryn mean?
A derivative of the Irish surname "Curran" meaning little dark one or swarthy. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Coryn (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Coryn?
You can see how many people are called Coryn on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.