Corban

Meaning of Corban

Corban is a male name with origins in the Hebrew language. It is pronounced as KOR-buhn (/kɔrˈbən/) in American English and KAWR-buhn (/kɔːrˈbən/) in British English. The name has variations such as Korban. Corban carries a rich historical and biblical association, referring to an offering or sacrifice made to God in Jewish tradition. In recent years, the name Corban has been moderately popular among parents in the United States, consistently appearing on the list of top 3000 baby names. While its ranking fluctuates slightly from year to year, it remains a recognizable choice for those seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as KAWR-buhn (/kɔːrˈbən/)

American English

  • Pronunced as KOR-buhn (/kɔrˈbən/)

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Notable People Named Corban

Corban Joel Wroe is an Australian basketball player known for his time with the Perth Wildcats and the Warwick Senators.
Corban Reece Joseph is an American professional baseball second baseman who has played for several Major League Baseball teams and is currently a free agent.
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