Cory vs Shia

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

Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Shia Rank #1,198

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1198 for Shia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Shia more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Shia at #1198 in the United States.

What do Cory and Shia mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Shia means "Yahweh saves" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cory and Shia boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Shia is primarily a boy name.

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