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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Named for the marine coral
- Origin
- English (word name, ult. Greek/Latin)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- KOR-ul
Coral is a word name, taken directly from the marine coral, with English roots that trace back further to Greek and Latin. Its meaning is exactly what it sounds like: the name comes straight from the sea creature itself, nothing more elaborate than that.
Meaning & Origin of Coral
Meaning: Named for the marine coral.
Origin: English (word name, ult. Greek/Latin).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Coral
KOR-ulIPA /ˈkɔːrəl/
Popularity of Coral
Coral's SSA rank was #1893 in 2024, with 105 babies given the name that year. Its peak came earlier, at #488 in 1888, when 26 babies were named Coral.
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FAQ
What does the name Coral mean?
Named for the marine coral. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Coral?
Coral is pronounced KOR-ul (IPA: /ˈkɔːrəl/).
Is Coral a popular name right now?
Coral peaked at #488 in 1888 and is ranked #1893 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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