Cyril vs Kory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cyril

Boy #3,001 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lordly, masterful"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Eastern European Greek Slavic Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,001
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kory

Boy #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, seething pool"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,981
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cyril Rank #3,001
Kory Rank #2,981

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 vs #3001 for Cyril.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyril or Kory more popular?

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 compared to Cyril at #3001 in the United States.

What do Cyril and Kory mean?

Cyril means "lordly, masterful" (Greek origin). Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cyril and Kory boy or girl names?

Cyril is primarily a boy name. Kory is primarily a boy name.

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