CORY
The meaning of the unisex name Cory is FROM THE ROUND HILL: SEETHING POOL: RAVINE.
Details on CORY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- From the round hill: seething pool: ravine
- Popularity for Boy:
- 2,290th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 12,663rd in the USA (top 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
197 births
CORY as a BOY in 2024
16 births
CORY as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of CORY:
The name Cory is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Cory is: Seething pool.
The name Cory is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Cory is: Seething pool.
The name Cory is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Cory is: From the round hill.
The name Cory is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Cory is: Hill; hollow.
USA SSA birth(s) for CORY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CORY
CORY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 197 births |
| 2023 | 174 births |
| 2022 | 182 births |
| 2021 | 221 births |
| 2020 | 245 births |
| 2019 | 244 births |
| 2018 | 242 births |
| 2017 | 299 births |
| 2016 | 319 births |
| 2015 | 341 births |
| 2014 | 357 births |
| 2013 | 377 births |
| 2012 | 368 births |
| 2011 | 362 births |
| 2010 | 436 births |
| 2009 | 542 births |
CORY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 16 births |
| 2023 | 13 births |
| 2022 | 23 births |
| 2021 | 13 births |
| 2020 | 11 births |
| 2019 | 10 births |
| 2018 | 9 births |
| 2017 | 15 births |
| 2016 | 14 births |
| 2015 | 11 births |
| 2014 | 10 births |
| 2013 | 13 births |
| 2012 | 13 births |
| 2011 | 15 births |
| 2010 | 18 births |
| 2009 | 15 births |
About the name CORY
Cory, a name that dances lightly on the tongue, carries a charm rooted in ancient origins. Derived from the Gaelic word "coire," meaning "hollow," it evokes images of serene valleys and gentle landscapes, symbolizing a place of refuge and warmth. This name has found its way into various cultures, embraced warmly in the United States and Canada, where it has often been given to boys, though its unisex appeal makes it a delightful choice for any child. In Greece, it is associated with the word "kore," meaning "maiden," and carries connotations of youth and vitality, while in the realm of the arts, it has been linked to creativity and expression. Cory resonates in the hearts of many, often embodying qualities of kindness and strength, making it a timeless choice that reflects both a rich heritage and a hopeful future. In every syllable, there lies a promise of adventure and love, a name destined to inspire.
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