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Corey vs Allan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Corey

Boy #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#679
Total SSA Count
402
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#854
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Allan Rank #854

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #854 for Allan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Allan more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Allan at #854 in the United States.

What do Corey and Allan mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Corey and Allan boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Allan is primarily a boy name.

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