Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Korie has roots in Old Norse, meaning 'from the hollow'. It evolved from Kóri to Corey and then to its modern form Korie. It is seen as a modern name that conveys creativity and individuality, with no notable biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːri/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Korie is derived from the name Corey, which has roots in the Old Norse name 'Kóri' meaning 'from the hollow'.
Meaning
From the hollow
Language Evolution
Kóri (Old Norse), Corey (English), Korie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Korie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of Corey, which has been used since the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Corey, Cory, Kory
Modern Popularity & Image
Korie is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Korie Robertson, television personality, Korie H. K. Kuo, Chinese-American artist
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 157 peak births in 2013
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in Maryland
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4771st of 10718 | 74 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4216th of 16616 | 187 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7586th of 24088 | 141 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9051st of 23106 | 90 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8881st of 12526 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3197th of 19264 | 342 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2594th of 27321 | 696 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4234th of 35406 | 517 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2462nd of 30306 | 883 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
78.14% 3160th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.58% 2122nd/3685 |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
57.76% 3000th/5194 |
69.27% 4376th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
62.14% 4544th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.43% 2328th/3984 |
67.24% 3017th/4487 |
32.06% 2187th/6822 |
59.86% 3757th/6276 |
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 Maryland across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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 female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4771st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4216th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7586th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9051st out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3197th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2594th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4234th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2462nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.