Cory vs Darian

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

Darian

Boy #903 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gift, wealthy possessor"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

American Persian African American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#903
Total SSA Count
260
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Darian Rank #903

Darian is more popular, ranked #903 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Darian more popular?

Darian is more popular, ranked #903 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Darian mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Darian means "gift, wealthy possessor" (Persian origin).

Are Cory and Darian boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Darian is primarily a boy name.

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