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Cory vs Mathew

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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Mathew

Boy #941 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God, gift of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Christian American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#941
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Mathew Rank #941

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Mathew more popular?

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Mathew mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cory and Mathew boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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