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Corey vs Forest

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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Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Forest Rank #725

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #725 for Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Forest more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Forest at #725 in the United States.

What do Corey and Forest mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Forest means "of the forest; woodland" (Old French origin).

Are Corey and Forest boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Forest is primarily a boy name.

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