What is the origin of the name Corinth?

Corinth is a name of Greek origin.

How do you pronounce Corinth?

Corinth is pronounced KOR-inth.

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GirlGreek

Corinth

KOR-inth

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

Peak Year

#5 in 1922

First Recorded

1922

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Derived from the ancient Greek city of Corinth, known for its wealth and strategic location.

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Cory Cori

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Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Nicknames

Cory Cori

Similar Names

Cordelia Coralie Cora Athena Persephone

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentWiseArtistic

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