Korey
Korey is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Maiden; hollow or ravine.
Origin and history
Korey is a modern spelling variant of Corey, which ultimately derives from the Old Norse name Kári or the Greek word for maiden. It gained steady popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century as an alternative phonetic spelling. Today, it remains a recognizable, unisex option, though historically more common for males in official records.
Popularity in the United States
11,443 babies in the United States have been named Korey since 1880. It ranks #1107 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1546.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.9 %)
- TX (9.6 %)
- MI (6.6 %)
- NY (6.2 %)
- OH (6.1 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 48 |
| 1960-1970 | 367 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,499 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,826 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,340 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,939 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,042 |
| 2020-2029 | 382 |
Famous people named Korey
- Korey Stringer: Athlete, Football Player
- Korey Cooper: Musician, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Korey emerged as a contemporary spelling alternative to Corey and Cory during the 1970s and 1980s.
- Depending on its root, the name links either to the Greek 'Kore' meaning maiden or Old Norse origins.