Coraline: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KOR-uh-lyne · 3 syllables
An elaborate form of Coralie, itself derived from coral. Name of a character in Adolphe Adam's opera Le toreador.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- KOR-uh-lyne
- US rank (2025)
- #683
- US babies a year
- about 405 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Coraline?
Coraline was the #683 name in the US in 2025, given to 414 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #683 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Coraline?
Half of US adults named Coraline are older than 23; most are between 18 and 21. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Coraline
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Daenerys
- Everly
- Khaleesi
- Renesmee
- Aadhya
- Inara
- Addilyn
- Alianah
- Temperance
- Avah
- Aubriella
- Milania
- Aveline
- Koraline
- Elaya
- Miliana
Questions about Coraline
How do you pronounce Coraline?
Coraline is pronounced KOR-uh-lyne.
How popular is the name Coraline?
Coraline was the #683 name in the US in 2025, given to 414 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Coraline?
Half of US adults named Coraline are older than 23. Most are between 18 and 21.