Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Korey has Irish origins, meaning 'round' or 'hollow', and is derived from the earlier forms Cora and Kori. Its modern usage became popular in the late 20th century, associated with positive traits of creativity and individuality. There is no biblical relevance linked to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːri/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Korey is derived from the Irish name 'Cora' which means 'round' or 'hollow'. It has also been linked to the Old Norse name 'Kori', which means 'the one who is a healer.'
Meaning
round, hollow, healer
Language Evolution
Cora, Kori, Korey
Historical Usage
Korey gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, as a trendy name for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Cory, Corey, Kori
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Korey is viewed as a modern and friendly name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Korey Wise, an American activist and member of the Exonerated Five, Korey Stringer, a former American football player
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 551 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2956th of 7552 | 148 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 736th of 10718 | 1,981 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 523rd of 16616 | 5,254 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 953rd of 24088 | 3,025 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1876th of 23106 | 985 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7881st of 12526 | 35 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3318th of 19264 | 323 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2915th of 27321 | 591 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6427th of 35406 | 297 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7928th of 30306 | 167 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.27% 1409th/2227 |
- | - |
50.63% 1405th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
18.83% 553rd/2937 |
25.29% 881st/3483 |
22.97% 808th/3518 |
23.05% 932nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.18% 412th/3685 |
12.36% 553rd/4475 |
10.34% 537th/5194 |
10.32% 652nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.61% 807th/4582 |
19.04% 983rd/5164 |
12.01% 878th/7313 |
17.41% 1299th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.41% 1889th/3984 |
46.13% 2070th/4487 |
25.21% 1720th/6822 |
38.37% 2408th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- | - |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
68.66% 2530th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
54.88% 3467th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Louisiana across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2956th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 736th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 523rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 953rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1876th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3318th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2915th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6427th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7928th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.