"from the hollow, hollow dweller"
Origin: Irish/Norse
Language: English
Korie
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"from the round hill"
Origin: Gaelic
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The Story of Korie
Korie is a creative spelling of Corey/Cory, which has dual origins: the Old Norse surname Kóri (from Kórr, a personal name) and the Irish Gaelic Mac Gothraidh (son of Godred), both meaning 'from the hollow' or 'hollow.' The K-spelling creates a visually feminine variant while keeping the familiar pronunciation. In American naming culture, alternative spellings serve as a way to individualize a name while keeping it phonetically accessible.
Korie entered mainstream American awareness through Korie Robertson, wife of Willie Robertson of the hit reality show 'Duck Dynasty' (A&E, 2012-2017). The show was one of the most watched cable series in US history, drawing 11.8 million viewers at its peak — and Korie Robertson became one of its most beloved personalities.
Corey/Korie represents the American tradition of gender-neutral names that work easily for both boys and girls. The K-spelling is particularly popular in the South and in African-American communities, where spelling variations are used to create a sense of individuality while maintaining phonetic familiarity.
Historical Record
Korie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 2,461 babies have been named Korie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Korie is past its peak , currently ranked #4,719 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Korie Robertson from 'Duck Dynasty' drew 11.8 million viewers at the show's peak, bringing this spelling to national attention
- Corey was a top-50 boys' name in the US from 1967 to 1988, before crossing to wider use for girls
Korie in Other Languages
Arabic
كوري
French
Korie
German
Korie
Spanish
Korie
Japanese
コーリー
Popularity Over Time
#4,719
Current Rank
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Peaked 2013
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Korie
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Korie Robertson
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1973
American television personality, author, and businesswoman, known for Duck Dynasty and her faith-based advocacy
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,719
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- American Irish-American Southern American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Korie
What does the name Korie mean?
"from the hollow, hollow dweller" (from Irish/Norse). "from the round hill" (from Gaelic). Korie is a creative spelling of Corey/Cory, which has dual origins: the Old Norse surname Kóri (from Kórr, a personal name) and the Irish Gaelic Mac Gothraidh (son of Godred), both meaning 'from the hollow' or 'hollow.' The K-spelling creates a visually feminine variant while keeping the familiar pronunciation. In American naming culture, alternative spellings serve as a way to individualize a name while keeping it phonetically accessible.
What is the origin of the name Korie?
Korie has Irish/Norse, Gaelic, American, Irish-American, and Southern American origins. In Irish/Norse, it means "from the hollow, hollow dweller". In Gaelic, it means "from the round hill".
Is Korie a boy or girl name?
Korie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4719. As a boy name, it is ranked #9005. Korie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Korie?
Korie is currently ranked #4719 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Korie?
Common nicknames for Korie include Kor.
What are good middle names for Korie?
Popular middle name pairings include Korie Lynn, Korie Anne, Korie Mae, Korie Grace, Korie Lee, Korie Dawn, and Korie Beth.
What are good sibling names for Korie?
Names that pair well with Korie as siblings include Logan, Harper, Jordan, Taylor, Riley, Avery, and Chase.
How many syllables does Korie have?
Korie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Korie a common or rare name?
Korie is an uncommon name, ranked #4719 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Korie?
Are there other spellings for Korie?
Related spellings include Kori.
About the Name Korie
Korie is a girl name with American, Irish-American, and Southern American origins . The name means "from the hollow, hollow dweller" in Irish/Norse .
Is Korie a boy or girl name? Korie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,719 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,005. Korie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Korie is currently ranked #4,719 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Korie has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Korie include Kor and K. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Korie include Kori . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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