Coraline Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Coraline was first used for a character in the comic opera Le toréador created by French composer Adoplphe Adam in 1849.

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A Deep Dive

Coraline Overview

Meaning

Heart, maiden, free man, core, heart, rose garden

Gender

Girl

Origin

French

Etymology

Originated from the French name Coraline, possibly a diminutive of Coral or Caroline​.

Pronunciation

/ˈkɔrəlaɪn/

Popularity

Coraline has gained popularity in the USA and France. In 2023, it ranked #722 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

8 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Fictional, Unique, Nature-inspired

Associated Traits

Elegant, creative, unique, whimsical

Name Day

July 3rd
A Deep Dive

Coraline Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Caroline, Coralina, Caraline, Coralie, Coralin, Koraline, Corilynn, Carline, Corinna, Korinne

Common Nicknames

Cora, Cori, Lina, Cor, Coco, Rina, Linnie, Corie, Cory, Cali

Diminutives

Cora, Cori, Lina, Corie, Cory, Coco, Linnie, Rina, Cari, Corrie

Famous People

  • Coraline Hugue
    (French Athlete)
  • Coraline Vitalis
    (French Athlete)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Coraline"
    (Film)

What Is the Meaning of Coraline?

Coraline means “heart,” “maiden,” “free man,” “core,” “heart,” and “rose garden.” Individuals named Coraline often possess a vibrant and nurturing personality.

What Is the Origin of The Name Coraline?

Coraline is of French origin, deriving from the French name “Cora,” which itself is a diminutive of “Coralie.”

Coraline Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Coraline in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#7202021#6772022#7222023
Top 3 Rankings#5792015#5872017#5932018

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Coraline

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023722
(-45 from 2022)
387
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0.02212
2022677
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430
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0.02398
2021720
(-74 from 2020)
396
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0.02210
2020646
(-22 from 2019)
448
(-32 from 2019)
0.02534
2019624
(-31 from 2018)
480
(-32 from 2018)
0.02616
2018593
(-6 from 2017)
512
(+1 from 2017)
0.02753
2017587
(+12 from 2016)
511
(+9 from 2016)
0.02705
2016599
(-20 from 2015)
502
(-25 from 2015)
0.02593
2015579
(+50 from 2014)
527
(+74 from 2014)
0.02701
2014629
(+84 from 2013)
453
(+64 from 2013)
0.02316
2013713
(+113 from 2012)
389
(+63 from 2012)
0.02018
2012826
(+264 from 2011)
326
(+101 from 2011)
0.01681
20111090
(-46 from 2010)
225
(-14 from 2010)
0.01161
20101044
(+748 from 2009)
239
(+119 from 2009)
0.01219
20091792
(+8291 from 2008)
120
(+109 from 2008)
0.00593
200810083
(+7550 from 2007)
11
(+6 from 2007)
0.00053
200717633
(-4030 from 2006)
5
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0.00024
200613603
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7
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0.00033
20050
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American States Popularity Rankings for Coraline

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#9012021#6742022#6502023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#6452021#7642022#6602023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4472021#3722022#3992023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#8542021#12722022#7582023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#8142021#6362022#7422023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#11652021#14362022#16862023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#7072021#6072022#5952023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#4612021#5822022#5312023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#5632021#9692022#7012023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#6252021#7182022#8962023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#5322021#5662022#4752023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#8892021#7342022#7642023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#6002021#6572022#9162023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#5112021#5742022#7862023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#9172021#6452022#4822023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#15502021#7132022#12332023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#5192020#5302021#5622023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#7602021#8512022#8672023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2212021#4822022#5542023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#8482021#6432022#7732023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#5192021#2132022#4022023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#4662020#6542022#3332023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#8952021#4482022#6712023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#4352021#7482022#3532023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#3802018#4572019#4842022

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#4962020#5132021#5982023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#10392017#10672018#10682020

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3632020#5142021#3012022

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#9312017#7342020#8382022

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#7282020#8682021#7742022

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#6902019#8132022#8282023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2472019#2422022#3112023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#4832018#5402021#4412022

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3702016#3232018#4412019

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#6922015#7752016#6562020

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4102016#5652021#5692022

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#5892016#5742017

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2312017

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2322015

Popularity Rankings for Coraline in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#1621998#1801999#1932002

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#5032003#8972005#7442013

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#8762018#8602019#9742020

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#11202020#11382021#12042022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Coraline a Name for Boys or Girls?

Coraline is a lovely name for girls. With its heartfelt meanings and beautiful sound, it’s a name that parents often give to their daughters.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Coraline

Coraline in Famous People Names and Pop Culture

  • Coraline Hugue (Athlete, 1984): A French cross-country skier who competed in the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.
  • Coraline Vitalis (Athlete, 1995): A French fencer who won a bronze medal in the women's team foil event at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
  • "Coraline" (2009 Film): Follows Coraline Jones, a young girl who discovers a parallel universe that seems better than her reality but hides dark secrets.
  • None

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