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Child vs Kory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kory

Boy #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, seething pool"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,981
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Child Rank #2,965
Kory Rank #2,981

Child is more popular, ranked #2965 vs #2981 for Kory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Child or Kory more popular?

Child is more popular, ranked #2965 compared to Kory at #2981 in the United States.

What do Child and Kory mean?

Child means "young person, noble youth" (Old English origin). Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Child and Kory boy or girl names?

Child is primarily a boy name. Kory is primarily a boy name.

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