NAME PROFILE
Corey
Corey is a name of Gaelic origin meaning 'from the hollow.' It conveys a sense of warmth and approachability, often associated with friendly, outgoing personalities.
Key Stats
| Total births | 194,076 |
| Gender | Male (94% / 6%) |
| Peak year | 1989 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1942 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%NY — 21%PA — 19%IL — 19%MI — 19%
Notable People
Corey Feldman (Actor, *The Goonies*) · Corey Taylor (Musician, lead singer of Slipknot) · Corey Haim (Actor, *The Lost Boys*) · Corey Perry (Professional hockey player, multiple Stanley Cup champion) · Corey Booker (Politician, U.S. Senator from New Jersey)
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