Cory vs Sekani

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

Sekani

Boy #1,226 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"joy, laughter"

Origin: Tumbuka (Malawian)

Cultural Roots

African Malawian Zambian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,226
Total SSA Count
164
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Sekani Rank #1,226

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1226 for Sekani.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Sekani more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Sekani at #1226 in the United States.

What do Cory and Sekani mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Sekani means "joy, laughter" (Tumbuka (Malawian) origin).

Are Cory and Sekani boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Sekani is primarily a boy name.

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