Brennan vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brennan

Boy #1,058 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Braonán, tearful one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,058
Total SSA Count
207
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,097
Total SSA Count
197
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brennan Rank #1,058
Cory Rank #1,097

Brennan is more popular, ranked #1058 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brennan or Cory more popular?

Brennan is more popular, ranked #1058 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Brennan and Cory mean?

Brennan means "descendant of Braonán, tearful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brennan and Cory boy or girl names?

Brennan is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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