Cori Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOR-ee / /ˈkɔːri/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: maiden; Latin: heart
Historical & Cultural Background
Cori is often considered a diminutive of the name Corinna, which has Greek origins. The name has been used in various cultures, including Latin-speaking regions. It has a modern appeal and is sometimes associated with a sense of youthfulness and vitality.
Trend Summary
Cori has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often appearing as a less common choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cory
- Kory
International Variants
- Cori (Italian)
- Cory (English)
Famous people named Cori
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Fictional characters named Cori
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cori was first seen in the United States in 1960. Cori has ranked as high as #1174 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Cori has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cori (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 51 |
| 1989 | 48 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 39 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |