Corin

/ˈkɔːrɪn/ noun

Definition

A character name from Shakespeare's 'As You Like It,' a shepherd; also used as a given name.

Etymology

Derived from the pastoral tradition in literature, the name was popularized by Shakespeare and has roots in classical pastoral poetry and Greek/Latin naming conventions.

Kelly Says

Shakespeare created the character Corin as a wise shepherd in 'As You Like It'—and the name became so beloved that people have used it for 400 years, proving that great literature creates names that live forever!

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