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At a Glance: Name: Corbett – Meaning: little crow/raven — originally a nickname for someone dark-haired or dark-complexioned – Origin: Anglo-Norman French (surname/nickname) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: KOR-bit
Corbett comes from Anglo-Norman French, where it started out as a nickname meaning little crow or raven — often given to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion. It moved from surname to given name, carrying that same image along with it. If you like a name with an animal root and an Old World, surname-style feel, Corbett fits that shape.
Meaning & Origin of Corbett
Meaning: Little crow/raven — originally a nickname for someone dark-haired or dark-complexioned.
Origin: Anglo-Norman French (surname/nickname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Corbett
Phonetic: KOR-bit IPA: /ˈkɔːrbɪt/
Popularity of Corbett
SSA records for Corbett stretch back to 1892, when it hit its highest point at #395 with 23 babies given the name. By 2024 it had dropped to #8424, with only 9 babies named Corbett that year.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1892–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Corbett mean?
Little crow/raven — originally a nickname for someone dark-haired or dark-complexioned. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Corbett)
How do you pronounce Corbett?
Corbett is pronounced KOR-bit (IPA: /ˈkɔːrbɪt/).
Is Corbett a popular name right now?
Corbett peaked at #395 in 1892 and is ranked #8424 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1892–2024.)
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