Corbin

Meaning of Corbin

This name comes from an old French word meaning 'raven' or 'crow'. It was often given as a nickname to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion.

Corbin has Old French roots — browse every Old French baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Corbin

Corbin has cooled off, slipping to #512 in 2025, down from a peak of #203 in 2014.

Notable people named Corbin

• Corbin Bleu
  Actor, singer, High School Musical star
• Corbin Bernsen
  Veteran actor (L.A. Law, Psych)
• Corbin Carroll
  MLB star outfielder, Arizona Diamondbacks
• Corbin Smidzik
  Alternative R&B musician, singer
• Corbin Allred
  Actor (Saints and Soldiers, TV)

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Questions about the name Corbin

What does the name Corbin mean?

Corbin means this name comes from an old french word meaning 'raven' or 'crow'. it was often given as a nickname to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion, and it comes from Old French origins.

Is Corbin a boy's or a girl's name?

Corbin is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Corbin?

In 2025, Corbin ranked #512 for boys, down from #473 the year before.

When was Corbin most popular?

Corbin peaked at #203 in 2014.