Corinthia

At a Glance

Meaning

Of, or belonging to, Corinth

Origin

Greek (the place name Corinth + place-forming suffix '-ia')

Gender

Primarily used for girls

Pronunciation

kor-IN-thee-uhListen

Corinthia comes straight from the place name Corinth, with the '-ia' ending marking it as a place-derived name — so it's Greek in origin and tied to that ancient city. You may see it described elsewhere as meaning something like 'ornate,' but that part isn't backed by any source — Corinthia is simply Corinth plus a place-name suffix. If you're drawn to names with a clear geographic root, this is a straightforward one.

Meaning & Origin of Corinthia

Meaning: Of, or belonging to, Corinth.

Origin: Greek (the place name Corinth + place-forming suffix '-ia').

A common claim: 'From Corinth; ornate' Actually: The 'ornate' part isn't supported by any source we found — Corinthia is simply Corinth plus a place-name suffix.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Corinthia

Popularity of Corinthia

Corinthia had its high point in 1905, when 6 girls were given the name and it ranked #1749. By 2024 it had fallen to #15745, with just 5 babies named Corinthia that year.

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FAQ

What does the name Corinthia mean?

Of, or belonging to, Corinth. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Corinthia?

Corinthia is pronounced kor-IN-thee-uh (IPA: /kəˈrɪnθiə/).

Is Corinthia a popular name right now?

Corinthia peaked at #1749 in 1905 and is ranked #15745 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1905–2024.)

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