Cory vs Neo

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

Neo

Boy #972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"new"

Origin: Greek neos

Cultural Roots

American European African Setswana

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#972
Total SSA Count
232
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Neo Rank #972

Neo is more popular, ranked #972 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Neo more popular?

Neo is more popular, ranked #972 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Neo mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Neo means "new" (Greek neos origin).

Are Cory and Neo boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Neo is primarily a boy name.

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