What does Corintha mean and where does it come from?
Corintha is derived from 'Corinth,' a city in ancient Greece known for its wealth and significance in trade and culture. The name can symbolize sophistication and strength, as the city was a major historic center. Though not widely used historically, Corintha has gained some popularity in modern tim
Cultural significance
Corintha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from corinth or related to the city of corinth.
Peak popularity
Reached #5511 in 1926 — currently #1008 in the US.
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Corintha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Corintha Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Corintha Rose
Floral · soft ending
Corintha Mae
Sweet · timeless
Corintha Claire
French influence · crisp
Corintha Jane
Literary · strong
Corintha Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Corintha right now?
Holding steady — currently #1008 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #1008 | 1,192 | ▲ up 5 · +2% births |
| 2022 | #1013 | 1,172 | ▲ up 5 · +3% births |
| 2021 | #1018 | 1,142 | — |
The story of Corintha
Corintha entered American naming records in 1924 and has been in use for over 100 years. With 15 total births recorded, Corintha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1018 in 2021 to #1008 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Corintha in 1926:
💎Corintha has only 15 total recorded births since 1924 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Corintha?
What names sound and feel like Corintha?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Corintha also consider these
Common questions about the name Corintha
What does the name Corintha mean?
Corintha means "from Corinth or related to the city of Corinth" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Corintha?
Corintha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Corintha?
Corintha originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Corintha?
Corintha pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Corintha a common or rare name?
Corintha is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.