Corey vs Hugh

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

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#765
Total SSA Count
332
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Hugh Rank #765

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #765 for Hugh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Hugh more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Corey and Hugh mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Corey and Hugh boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.

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