Female Name
Coraline
ˈkɔɹ.ə.laɪn
kɔ.ʁa.lin
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
Coraline characters
ends in -ine
ends in -line
film titles
literature
movies
opera
song titles
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
84/100
youthful100%
formal120%
upper class140%
natural65%
refined120%
strange120%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Coraline was created by the French composer Adolphe Adam for one of the main characters in his opera Le Toréador (1849). It is believed to be derived from the name Coralie. The name gained modern prominence through Neil Gaiman's 2002 novel 'Coraline,' where it was used for the young heroine. Gaiman has stated that the name originated as a typo of Caroline. The name carries connotations of curiosity, bravery, and adventure, particularly through its association with Gaiman's dark fantasy ...
Etymology
Original Form:
Coralie
Evolution:
Coraline evolved as a variant of Coralie, possibly influenced by the name Caroline.
Source:
Neil Gaiman's explanation of the name's origin as a typo of Caroline.