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Corey vs Harry

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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Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Harry Rank #780

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Harry more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Corey and Harry mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Corey and Harry boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Harry is primarily a boy name.

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