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Cory vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,097
Total SSA Count
197
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cedar

Boy #1,203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cedar tree, resinous wood"

Origin: Greek/Semitic

Cultural Roots

American English Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,203
Total SSA Count
170
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Cedar Rank #1,203

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Cedar more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Cory and Cedar mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Cory and Cedar boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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