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Corey vs Rio

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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Rio

Boy #517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"river"

Origin: Spanish/Portuguese

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Brazilian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#517
Total SSA Count
591
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Corey Rank #679
Rio Rank #517

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Rio more popular?

Rio is more popular, ranked #517 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Corey and Rio mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Rio means "river" (Spanish/Portuguese origin).

Are Corey and Rio boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Rio is primarily a boy name.

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