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Corey vs Eugene

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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Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Eugene Rank #871

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #871 for Eugene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Eugene more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Eugene at #871 in the United States.

What do Corey and Eugene mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin).

Are Corey and Eugene boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Eugene is primarily a boy name.

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