Corrie
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Corrie
Corrie as a masculine name typically functions as a diminutive of Cornelius, derived from Latin meaning 'horn' or possibly 'cornelian cherry tree.' While more common as a nickname or short form, some families use it as a given name. In feminine usage, Corrie often serves as a nickname for Cornelia, Corinne, or Cora. The name has Scottish associations, as 'corrie' refers to a circular hollow in Scottish geography. The masculine usage of Corrie is relatively uncommon in contemporary naming. It has a friendly, approachable quality with its short form and soft sounds. Notable bearers include male figures like Dutch resistance hero Corrie ten Boom (female) and Scottish footballer Corrie Evans, influencing the name's cultural associations.
Corrie for girls#4282 US
Corrie is a feminine name with multiple origins. Primarily used as a diminutive form of Corinne, Cornelia, or Cora, it has a friendly, approachable quality. In Scottish usage, Corrie refers to a circular hollow in a hillside, giving the name a nature-inspired meaning. The name gained some recognition through Corrie ten Boom, a Dutch woman known for helping Jews escape the Holocaust. Corrie has a cheerful, unpretentious character that balances familiarity with relative uniqueness. While never among the most popular names, it has maintained consistent usage throughout the decades, particularly in the UK, Australia, and parts of the US. The name combines vintage charm with a contemporary short-form appeal many parents appreciate.
Pronounced KOR-ee.
As of October 2026, Corrie ranked #12420 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1098 in 1897.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #3,784 | 40 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #3,598 | 43 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #4,598 | 30 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #3,799 | 39 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #3,343 | 47 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | #3,509 | 43 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #3,751 | 40 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | #4,127 | 35 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | #3,536 | 44 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #3,973 | 37 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | #4,282 | 33 |
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Famous Corries
- Cornelia "Corrie" ten BoomGirl
Dutch Christian who helped Jews escape the Nazi Holocaust
- Coriona "Corrie" Kear Ware CorfieldGirl
English radio presenter
- Corrie Dong Quan LothropGirl
American gymnast
- Corrie ClarkGirl
American swimmer