Boy · 2218th of 16,616
Correy
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,145
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1979
Peak Popularity Year
50
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Correy stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Correy originates from Old French and means 'heart' or 'brave'. It evolved from the diminutive form 'Cori' and has Latin roots. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century in English-speaking regions, portraying a friendly image. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːri/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Correy is derived from the Old French name 'Cori', which is a diminutive form of the name 'Corin'. The name has roots in Latin, stemming from 'Corinus', a name used in Roman times.
Meaning
heart or brave
Language Evolution
Cori (Old French), Corin (Old French), Corinus (Latin)
Historical Usage
Correy gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variation of the more common name Corey.
Variants & Derivatives
Corey, Cory, Kory
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Correy is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Correy W. L. Stokes, an American author, Correy Smith, a notable athlete
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 50 peak births in 1979
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 25 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1961st of 10718 | 355 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2218th of 16616 | 478 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5692nd of 24088 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12651st of 23106 | 44 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13005th of 19264 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19434th of 27321 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |