Cory vs Mael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

American Irish English

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Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Breton French Welsh Irish

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Cory Rank #1,097

Mael Rank #1,060

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1097 for Cory.

Is Cory or Mael more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Mael mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin).

Are Cory and Mael boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Mael is primarily a boy name.