Cory vs Khai

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

Khai

Boy #949 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"triumphant, victorious"

Origin: Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#949
Total SSA Count
240
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Khai Rank #949

Khai is more popular, ranked #949 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Khai more popular?

Khai is more popular, ranked #949 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Khai mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Khai means "triumphant, victorious" (Vietnamese origin).

Are Cory and Khai boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Khai is primarily a boy name.

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