Cori
Cori is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Maiden or girl.
Origin and history
Cori is a given name often used as a diminutive of Corinna, Corinne, or Cornelia, though it is also given independently. Derived from the Greek root 'kore', it translates to maiden or girl. In the United States, it has been steadily used as a feminine name over several decades.
Popularity in the United States
12,198 babies in the United States have been named Cori since 1880. It ranks #1458 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1434.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.1 %)
- TX (10.5 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
- IL (5.8 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 224 |
| 1960-1970 | 905 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,754 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,968 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,541 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,102 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,021 |
| 2020-2029 | 678 |
Famous people named Cori
- Cori Bush: Politician, Activist
- Cori Gauff: Tennis Player, Athlete
Fun facts
- It traces back to the ancient Greek word 'kore', which was also an epithet for Persephone.
- While commonly spelled Cory or Corey, the Cori spelling is predominantly used for females in the U.S.