Kori
Kori is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Maiden or modern variant of Corey (hollow, ravine).
Origin and history
Kori is a modern unisex name, often derived as a variant of Corey (from Old Norse or Gaelic roots) or Corinna/Cora (from Greek). Although historically used more frequently for females, it maintains a steady, moderate presence for males in the United States. Its concise, two-syllable sound gives it an energetic and contemporary feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,565 babies in the United States have been named Kori since 1880. It ranks #3181 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1750.
States where it is most popular
- NY (32.6 %)
- CA (20.9 %)
- FL (17.4 %)
- TX (11.6 %)
- GA (5.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 15 |
| 1970-1980 | 197 |
| 1980-1990 | 322 |
| 1990-2000 | 332 |
| 2000-2010 | 259 |
| 2010-2019 | 263 |
| 2020-2029 | 177 |
Famous people named Kori
- Kori Carter: Track and field athlete, Hurdler
Fun facts
- Kori functions as a modern spelling variant for both boys and girls in the United States.
- Depending on its origin story, Kori traces back to Greek words for maiden or Gaelic/Norse roots meaning hollow.