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Brett vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brett

Boy #1,061 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a Breton, person from Brittany"

Origin: Celtic/Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,061
Total SSA Count
205
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Brett Rank #1,061
Cory Rank #1,097

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brett or Cory more popular?

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Brett and Cory mean?

Brett means "a Breton, person from Brittany" (Celtic/Old French origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brett and Cory boy or girl names?

Brett is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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