Cole vs Rory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#162
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cole Rank #162
Rory Rank #226

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cole or Rory more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Cole and Rory mean?

Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cole and Rory boy or girl names?

Cole is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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