Corey vs Reese

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

Reese

Boy #621 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#621
Total SSA Count
455
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Reese Rank #621

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Reese more popular?

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Corey and Reese mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness" (Welsh origin).

Are Corey and Reese boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Reese is primarily a boy name.

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