Cory vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Cory Rank #1,097

Billy Rank #1,051

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1097 for Cory.

Is Cory or Billy more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Billy mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Cory and Billy boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.