Kory Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kory has Greek origins, meaning 'summit' or 'highest point'. It has evolved through various historical forms, including Cory and Cori. The name is associated with positive traits such as youthfulness and energy. There is no significant biblical relevance. Kory gained popularity in the late 20th century and remains a modern choice for parents today.
The name Kory is most popular in Utah, USA 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, Kory has been stalled for male 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 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, 'Kory' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1463rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 553rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 450th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1039th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2276th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5964th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2948th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3160th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8649th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8642nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kory' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kory"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːri/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kory is derived from the Greek word 'koryphaios', meaning 'the highest point' or 'the summit'. It is often associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades, who was also known as 'Koryphaios'.
Meaning
summit, highest point
Language Evolution
Cory, Kory, Cori
Historical Usage
The name Kory gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, as a modern and trendy variant of the name Cory.
Variants & Derivatives
Cory, Cori, Korey
Modern Popularity & Image
Kory is perceived as a contemporary and friendly name, often associated with a youthful and energetic image.
Famous People
Kory L. Johnson, an American politician, Kory K. Smith, a notable figure in sports
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kory"
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 of "Kory"
"Kory" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1463rd of 7552 | 541 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 553rd of 10718 | 3,445 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 450th of 16616 | 6,998 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1039th of 24088 | 2,638 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2276th of 23106 | 728 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5964th of 12526 | 77 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2948th of 19264 | 386 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3160th of 27321 | 522 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8649th of 35406 | 197 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8642nd of 30306 | 148 |
Regional Popularity of "Kory" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
41.72% 929th/2227 |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
26.31% 730th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
13.14% 386th/2937 |
22.68% 790th/3483 |
22.65% 797th/3518 |
11.55% 467th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
8.06% 297th/3685 |
11.26% 504th/4475 |
10.86% 564th/5194 |
6.66% 421st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.50% 802nd/4582 |
22.04% 1138th/5164 |
16.12% 1179th/7313 |
15.74% 1175th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.32% 2204th/3984 |
64.54% 2896th/4487 |
35.00% 2388th/6822 |
37.59% 2359th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kory" by Generation for 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) |
- |
92.19% 3211th/3483 |
- |
59.25% 2396th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kory"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kory" 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.