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Cori

♂ Boy

Pronounced KOR-ee /ˈkɔr.i/High

Meaning: A spelling of Corey/Cory — variously 'a hollow/a ravine' (Irish) and a short form of Cornelius ('a horn'); used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A hollow; a horn: Cori is a short form of Corey/Cornelius. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowIrish, Latin
MeaningA spelling of Corey/Cory — variously 'a hollow/a ravine' (Irish) and a short form of Cornelius ('a horn'); used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#10937 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1990
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,232

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199019602025

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

Cori is a spelling of Corey/Cory — variously 'a hollow/a ravine' (Irish) and a short form of Cornelius ('a horn'; routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'KOR-ee').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Corey. Rare in this form, a-hollow at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Corey is variously 'a hollow/ravine' (Irish) and a short form of Cornelius ('a horn') — Cori is a spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'KOR-ee').
Overall data confidence 28%
References — Corey — unisex; routes layered

Variations

CoreyCoryKorey

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cori mean?

Cori spells Corey — variously 'a hollow' (Irish) and a short form of Cornelius ('a horn'); used for both sexes; here for a boy. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Cori?

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

Is Cori a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Cori?

Cori is a very rare name in the U.S.

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