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Cory vs Mike

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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Mike

Boy #1,011 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God-like"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,011
Total SSA Count
221
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Mike Rank #1,011

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Mike more popular?

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Mike mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mike means "God-like" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cory and Mike boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Mike is primarily a boy name.

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