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Korii

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Pronounced KOR-ee /ˈkɔːr.i/Medium

Meaning: Korii is a respelling of Kori/Cory, names tied to the surname Corey (from a Gaelic given name or Norse place-name) and used unisex. The double-i is stylistic; the exact route is uncertain.Low

In 30 seconds: A modern respelling of Kori: Korii keeps a bright double-i (said 'KOR-ee'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowAmerican
MeaningKorii is a respelling of Kori/Cory, names tied to the surname Corey (from a Gaelic given name or Norse place-name) and used unisex. The double-i is stylistic; the exact route is uncertain.
U.S. rank (2022)#11754 ↗ Rising
2022 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 25

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220182022

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

Korii is a contemporary respelling of Kori/Cory, a unisex name from the surname Corey (Gaelic given name or Norse place-name). The double-i is decorative, and the route is uncertain, which we note. Bright and rare (said 'KOR-ee').

This spelling appears only in the newest, deep tier of U.S. girls' names. Extremely rare and freshly styled.

Did you know? Korii gives Kori/Cory a stylish double-i ending. Cory ties to a Gaelic name or Norse place-name, so Korii's exact route stays uncertain, which we note (said 'KOR-ee').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Korii — Respelling of Kori/Cory; routes uncertain

Variations

KoriCoryKorie

Nicknames

KoRiri

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Korii mean?

Korii respells Kori/Cory, tied to the surname Corey; the exact route is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Korii?

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

Is Korii a boy or girl name?

Korii is used here as a girl's name; Kori/Cory is unisex.

How popular is Korii?

Korii is extremely rare and newly emerging.

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