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Corey

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Pronounced KOR-ee /ˈkɔr.i/High

Meaning: From a surname, variously the Irish O Comhraidhe and the Norse Kori; linked to senses 'a hollow; a ravine; a round hill'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A hollow; a ravine: Corey is an Irish/Norse surname. Crisp, friendly, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'KOR-ee').
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Origin LowIrish, Norse
MeaningFrom a surname, variously the Irish O Comhraidhe and the Norse Kori; linked to senses 'a hollow; a ravine; a round hill'; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5278 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births24 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1986
Total births (all-time)≈ 9,057

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198619452025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Corey comes from a surname — variously the Irish O Comhraidhe and the Norse Kori, linked to senses 'a hollow; a ravine; a round hill' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, friendly name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Cor).

In the U.S. it peaked in the 1980s. Rare for girls today, a-hollow-or-a-ravine at the root, and friendly.

Did you know? Corey comes from a surname, variously the Irish O Comhraidhe and the Norse Kori, linked to 'a hollow; a ravine; a round hill' — a crisp, friendly name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered; said 'KOR-ee').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Corey — routes layered

Variations

CoryCorieKorey

Nicknames

Cor

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Corey mean?

Corey is an Irish/Norse surname, linked to 'a hollow; a ravine; a round hill'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Corey?

It's said KOR-ee /ˈkɔr.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Corey a boy or girl name?

Corey is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Corey?

Corey is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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