Kory Boy

Popularity: #903 · Trend: ↘ Falling

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

Origin: English; Irish

Meaning: English: 'from the hollow'; Irish: 'hero'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Kory is believed to have multiple etymological roots, primarily deriving from the Old Norse name "Kóri," which is a diminutive form of "Kór," meaning "the one who is brave" or "the one who is bold." This Norse influence likely made its way into English through the Scandinavian settlements in England during the Viking Age, around the 8th to 11th centuries. Additionally, Kory can also be linked to the Gaelic name "Cora," which means "maiden" or "heart." This dual origin reflects the name's adaptability across different cultures and languages.

Historically, the name Kory and its variants have appeared in various forms throughout the centuries. In medieval times, names derived from Old Norse were common in regions influenced by Viking culture, particularly in England and Scotland.

The name's presence in literature and historical texts can be traced back to the 12th century, where names similar to Kory were used in both oral and written traditions. The name's association with bravery and valor resonates with the heroic narratives of the time, often linked to figures in Norse sagas and folklore.

Culturally, Kory embodies qualities of strength and courage, making it a name that has been embraced in various contexts. The symbolic associations with bravery have allowed the name to endure through generations, often being chosen for its positive connotations.

In some traditions, diminutive forms like "Kory" or "Cory" have been used affectionately, reflecting a sense of familiarity and warmth. Overall, the name Kory carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its linguistic origins and the values it represents.

Famous people named Kory

In this section, you will find notable people named Kory. 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 Kory who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Kory L. Smith is a musician best known for his work with the band The Korys.

Kory K. is a professional wrestler best known for his appearances in various independent wrestling promotions.

Fictional characters named Kory

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Kory Anders is a fictional character from the comic book series Teen Titans. She is a powerful alien warrior known as Starfire who possesses the ability to fly and shoot energy blasts.

Sibling suggestions

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

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Kory. 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.

CodyToryDoryRoryJoryZory

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kory was first seen in the United States in 1952.

Kory has ranked as high as #737 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Michigan, and Illinois.

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

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Kory 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 Kory 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 Kory.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 45 35 10
2024 53 42 11
2023 56 48 8
2022 76 63 13
2021 56 46 10
2020 65 52 13
2019 65 58 7
2018 61 50 11
2017 74 65 9
2016 94 72 22
2015 101 83 18
2014 89 75 14
2013 87 75 12
2012 80 72 8
2011 95 86 9
2010 86 80 6
2009 103 96 7
2008 125 119 6
2007 138 125 13
2006 148 139 9
2005 167 155 12
2004 155 143 12
2003 181 169 12
2002 174 162 12
2001 222 207 15
2000 246 234 12
1999 261 245 16
1998 321 295 26
1997 333 311 22
1996 354 331 23
1995 392 365 27
1994 437 403 34
1993 463 435 28
1992 490 459 31
1991 597 565 32
1990 624 598 26
1989 651 601 50
1988 594 568 26
1987 562 518 44
1986 506 457 49
1985 440 410 30
1984 373 337 36
1983 338 314 24
1982 350 317 33
1981 347 320 27
1980 349 317 32
1979 344 300 44
1978 335 303 32
1977 374 335 39
1976 310 275 35
1975 289 254 35
1974 250 226 24
1973 228 203 25
1972 235 206 29
1971 226 207 19
1970 235 221 14
1969 233 208 25
1968 134 120 14
1967 99 88 11
1966 77 77 0
1965 113 105 8
1964 85 73 12
1963 94 80 14
1962 90 77 13
1961 76 64 12
1960 61 61 0
1959 60 46 14
1958 50 44 6
1957 42 36 6
1956 23 23 0
1955 15 15 0
1954 9 9 0
1953 7 7 0
1952 5 5 0

Top States for Kory (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
GA 5
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