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Cory vs Mccoy

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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Mccoy

Boy #911 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Aodh (fire)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#911
Total SSA Count
256
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Mccoy Rank #911

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Mccoy more popular?

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Mccoy mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mccoy means "son of Aodh (fire)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cory and Mccoy boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Mccoy is primarily a boy name.

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