Cory vs Ernest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Cory Rank #1,097

Ernest Rank #1,085

Ernest is more popular, ranked #1085 vs #1097 for Cory.

Is Cory or Ernest more popular?

Ernest is more popular, ranked #1085 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Ernest mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin).

Are Cory and Ernest boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Ernest is primarily a boy name.