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Korrie

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Pronounced KOR-ee /ˈkɔːr.i/High

Meaning: A form of Corrie or Cory, traced either to the Gaelic 'coire' ('hollow, cauldron' -- a rounded mountain hollow) or to a Norse name element linked to 'God's peace.' Routes are uncertain; read here as a bright short name.Low

In 30 seconds: A bright short name: Korrie, a form of Corrie, may mean 'hollow' or 'God's peace' (said 'KOR-ee'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowNorse, Gaelic

MeaningA form of Corrie or Cory, traced either to the Gaelic 'coire' ('hollow, cauldron' -- a rounded mountain hollow) or to a Norse name element linked to 'God's peace.' Routes are uncertain; read here as a bright short name.

U.S. rank (2025)#16209 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1989

Total births (all-time)≈ 798

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Korrie is a form of Corrie or Cory, traced either to the Gaelic 'coire' ('hollow; a mountain cirque') or to a Norse element linked to 'God's peace.' The routes are uncertain, which we note. A friendly, bright short name (said 'KOR-ee').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, breezy, and short.

Did you know? Korrie is a spin on Corrie or Cory -- a name pulled between a Gaelic word for a rounded mountain hollow and a Norse root tied to 'God's peace.' The double heritage keeps its meaning gently uncertain, which we note.

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Korrie — Corrie/Cory form; 'hollow' / 'God's peace'; routes uncertain

Variations

CorrieCoryKori

Nicknames

KorRie

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If you like Korrie…

Corrie— the base name Korrie respells

Kori— a near-twin short form

Carys— a like bright Celtic pick

Kinzie— echoes that soft -ie sound

Kensie— shares Korrie's Gaelic roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Korrie mean?

Korrie is a form of Corrie/Cory, meaning 'hollow' (Gaelic) or 'God's peace' (Norse); routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Korrie?

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

Is Korrie a boy or girl name?

Korrie is used for both; here it is a girl's name.

How popular is Korrie?

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