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Cory vs Gus

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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Gus

Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,216
Total SSA Count
166
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Gus Rank #1,216

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1216 for Gus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Gus more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Gus at #1216 in the United States.

What do Cory and Gus mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin).

Are Cory and Gus boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Gus is primarily a boy name.

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