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Korey

♀ Girl

Pronounced KOR-ee /ˈkɔr.i/High

Meaning: A spelling of Corey — 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 ravine: Korey spells Corey. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowIrish
MeaningA spelling of Corey — variously 'a hollow/a ravine' (Irish) and a short form of Cornelius ('a horn'); used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#12584 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1993
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,420

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199319592025

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

Korey is a spelling of Corey — 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 girl (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') — Korey 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

CoreyCoryKory

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Korey mean?

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

How do you pronounce Korey?

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

Is Korey a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Korey?

Korey is a very rare girls' spelling in the U.S.

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