Latinized form of the Greek name Κοριννα (Korinna), which was derived from κορη (kore) "maiden". This was the name of a Greek lyric poet of the 5th century BC. It was used by the Roman poet Ovid for the main female character in his book 'Amores'. In the modern era it has been in use since the 17th century, when it was used by Robert Herrick in his poem 'Corinna's going a-Maying'.