Cory vs Kolsen

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

Kolsen

Boy #1,269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Nicholas, victory of the people"

Origin: Scandinavian/Greek

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,269
Total SSA Count
155
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Kolsen Rank #1,269

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1269 for Kolsen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Kolsen more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Kolsen at #1269 in the United States.

What do Cory and Kolsen mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kolsen means "son of Nicholas, victory of the people" (Scandinavian/Greek origin).

Are Cory and Kolsen boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Kolsen is primarily a boy name.

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