Korrey Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOR-ee //ˈkɔːri//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: From the hollow; Irish: Descendant of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Korrey is a variant of the name Corey, which has its roots in the Old Norse name Kóri, meaning 'from the hollow' or 'the ravine.' This name entered the English language through the Gaelic form O'Comhraidhe, which means 'descendant of Comhraidhe.' The transition of the name into English likely occurred during the Viking Age, when Norse influence permeated parts of the British Isles, particularly in regions such as Scotland and Ireland. The name Corey, and its variations, became more widely adopted in English-speaking countries from the 20th century onward.
Historically, the name Corey has been associated with various notable figures, including saints and scholars. One significant reference is Saint Corbinian, an early Christian missionary in Bavaria during the 8th century, whose name is sometimes linked to the root of Corey.
Additionally, the name has appeared in literature and popular culture, contributing to its recognition and use. The King James Bible, published in 1611, also reflects the influence of names derived from biblical texts, although Korrey itself does not appear directly in this translation.
Culturally, names like Korrey carry connotations of strength and resilience, often associated with the natural landscape, as suggested by its meaning related to hollows and ravines. This connection to nature may resonate with various traditions that emphasize the importance of the environment in personal identity.
The diminutive form Cory has also been used historically, providing a familiar and affectionate variant that has been embraced in various contexts. Overall, the name Korrey reflects a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and cultural significance, rooted in its Norse origins and shaped by historical developments.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Korrey was first seen in the United States in 1974.
Korrey has ranked as high as #1186 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Korrey has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Korrey 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 Korrey was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Korrey
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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 Korrey.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |