Corey Boy

Popularity: #626 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOR-ee //ˈkɔːri//

Origin: Irish; English

Meaning: Irish: 'from the hollow'; English: 'dweller near a marsh'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Corey has its roots in the Gaelic language, deriving from the Irish surname "Ó Comhraidhe," which means "descendant of Comhraidhe." The original Gaelic name is thought to be derived from the word "comhraidhe," meaning "hollow" or "a place of the hollow," referring to a geographical feature. This name transitioned into the Anglicized form Corey as it was adopted into English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland and later in the United States during the 19th century, when many Irish names were anglicized for ease of pronunciation and integration into English society.

Historically, the name Corey has been associated with various notable figures and events. It appears in records from the medieval period, particularly in Ireland, where surnames began to be used more consistently.

The name gained further recognition through its use in literature and popular culture, although specific milestones are less documented compared to more prominent names. The name's presence in the United States became more pronounced in the 20th century, reflecting broader trends of name adaptation and cultural exchange.

Culturally, Corey has been embraced in various contexts, often symbolizing strength and resilience, traits that resonate with its Gaelic origins. The name has been used in literature and media, contributing to its enduring appeal.

Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Cory" have emerged, further enriching the name's legacy. Overall, Corey reflects a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, maintaining its relevance through historical and contemporary narratives.

Famous people named Corey

In this section, you will find notable people named Corey. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Corey who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Corey who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

Corey Feldman is an actor and musician best known for The Goonies, Stand by Me, and The Lost Boys.

Corey Taylor is a musician best known as the lead vocalist of Slipknot and Stone Sour.

Corey Stoll is an actor best known for House of Cards, Ant-Man, and The Strain.

Corey Haim was an actor best known for The Lost Boys, License to Drive, and Dream a Little Dream.

Corey Davis is a professional football player best known for playing as a wide receiver in the NFL.

Fictional characters named Corey

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Corey Matthews is a fictional character from the TV series Boy Meets World. He is the main protagonist who navigates the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood alongside his friends and family.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Corey, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

CodyKadenKieranColinCameronConnor

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Corey. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

CoryKoryCaseyCameronColbyKellanKurtKendall

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Corey was first seen in the United States in 1919.

Corey has ranked as high as #97 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Ohio.

In the past 5 years the name Corey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Corey is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Corey was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Corey.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 351 327 24
2024 420 403 17
2023 450 430 20
2022 455 437 18
2021 541 517 24
2020 570 539 31
2019 615 586 29
2018 646 623 23
2017 673 650 23
2016 792 770 22
2015 774 755 19
2014 826 809 17
2013 895 879 16
2012 904 880 24
2011 1,047 1,027 20
2010 1,035 1,011 24
2009 1,149 1,124 25
2008 1,214 1,184 30
2007 1,423 1,403 20
2006 1,557 1,534 23
2005 1,736 1,705 31
2004 1,728 1,674 54
2003 1,926 1,887 39
2002 2,166 2,105 61
2001 2,306 2,245 61
2000 2,677 2,607 70
1999 2,913 2,827 86
1998 3,300 3,201 99
1997 3,548 3,416 132
1996 4,231 4,087 144
1995 5,182 4,976 206
1994 5,504 5,279 225
1993 5,935 5,674 261
1992 6,397 6,140 257
1991 7,226 6,931 295
1990 8,011 7,692 319
1989 8,290 8,003 287
1988 7,651 7,328 323
1987 6,774 6,444 330
1986 6,156 5,762 394
1985 5,606 5,228 378
1984 4,537 4,243 294
1983 4,256 3,967 289
1982 4,212 3,939 273
1981 4,515 4,247 268
1980 4,718 4,437 281
1979 5,028 4,738 290
1978 5,240 4,942 298
1977 6,391 6,041 350
1976 4,715 4,432 283
1975 4,143 3,876 267
1974 3,598 3,382 216
1973 3,233 3,019 214
1972 3,141 2,990 151
1971 3,908 3,766 142
1970 3,934 3,814 120
1969 5,066 4,924 142
1968 1,666 1,577 89
1967 512 466 46
1966 512 465 47
1965 544 505 39
1964 499 458 41
1963 482 427 55
1962 485 437 48
1961 450 406 44
1960 348 303 45
1959 351 295 56
1958 337 295 42
1957 284 261 23
1956 313 293 20
1955 270 253 17
1954 160 149 11
1953 90 80 10
1952 116 105 11
1951 73 67 6
1950 66 58 8
1949 57 49 8
1948 42 37 5
1947 20 20 0
1946 20 20 0
1945 27 21 6
1944 20 20 0
1943 22 22 0
1942 27 27 0
1940 7 7 0
1939 9 9 0
1937 6 6 0
1928 5 5 0
1926 6 6 0
1925 5 5 0
1921 5 5 0
1919 5 5 0

Top States for Corey (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 44
13%
TX 42
12%
FL 22
6%
GA 20
6%
NY 20
6%
NC 16
5%
OH 14
4%
MI 14
4%
IN 14
4%
VA 13
4%
NJ 13
4%
PA 12
3%
MO 12
3%
LA 11
3%
OK 11
3%
MA 10
3%
MS 10
3%
SC 9
3%
CT 8
2%
KY 8
2%
TN 7
2%
MD 6
2%
IL 6
2%
IA 5
1%
AL 5
1%