Corbin
2 syllables
♂ Male ◎ English / French / Gaelic ◈ 2 syllables
"Raven"

From English / French / Gaelic

Corbin means raven — from the Old French corbin (raven/crow). In Arthurian legend, Corbenic is the castle of the Holy Grail. Corbin Bleu starred in High School Musical. The raven is one of the most intelligent creatures on Earth and carries mythological weight across Norse, Celtic, and Native American traditions. Two syllables of corvid intelligence and Grail-castle mystery.

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Corbin at a glance
MeaningRaven
OriginEnglish / French / Gaelic
GenderMale
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 7
US Rank (today)#336
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Why parents love Corbin
  • The meaning raven connects to mythology's most intelligent bird.
  • Corbenic is the Grail castle in Arthurian legend.
  • Two syllables with a strong, dark sound: KOR-bin.
  • Corbin Bleu gives it Disney-musical energy.
  • The raven symbolises intelligence across multiple mythologies.
The vibe of Corbin
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Origin & history of Corbin
Old French corbin (raven) English surname Corbin given name
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English / French / Gaelic roots
Corbin comes from the Old French corbin, meaning raven or crow. In Arthurian legend, Corbenic (from the same root) is the castle where the Holy Grail is kept. Corbin Bleu starred in High School Musical. Ravens are among the most intelligent animals on Earth and carry mythological significance across Norse (Odin's ravens), Celtic, and Native American traditions.
2
First recorded
Earliest known use: Medieval French surname; Corbenic appears in Arthurian Grail legends.
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Today
Corbin remains a beloved choice, ranking #336 in the US. 41,176 babies have been named Corbin since 1891.
◈ Sources: Behind the Name, SSA data
How popular is Corbin?
2014 peak year
Corbin has been losing ground. Once far more common, it has been declining steadily in recent years. It currently ranks around #336, with about 1,125 babies named Corbin each year. In 2014, 1,930 babies received the name (ranked #203). Total registrations across all years since 1880: roughly 41,176.
Year-by-year registrations 1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
1,930 Babies named in peak year
(ranked #203)
1,125 Avg. per year
(last decade)
11,250 Total registrations
last 10 years
41,176 All-time total
(since 1880)
Popularity in the US today (rank #336) Popular
↓ Declining in recent years
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Numerology of Corbin
7
Life path number
The Seeker
Wisdom, introspection and spiritual depth.

Corbin's Life Path 7 is the seeker's number — raven-seeking. People named Corbin tend to be intelligent, mysterious, and drawn to Grail-level quests.

Raven intelligence
Grail-quest seeker
Dark-mysterious depth
Corvid cleverness
Castle-keeper
C3
O6
R9
B2
I9
N5
Sum: 34 → Life path 7
Personality of Corbin
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Curious & intellectual
Always questioning, always learning.
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Deep thinker
Surface answers don't satisfy them.
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Reflective & wise
They think before they speak. Worth hearing.
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Beautifully independent
Their solitude is purposeful, not lonely.
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