Darren vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darren

Boy #955 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oak grove, great"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#955
Total SSA Count
238
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Darren Rank #955
Cory Rank #1,097

Darren is more popular, ranked #955 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darren or Cory more popular?

Darren is more popular, ranked #955 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Darren and Cory mean?

Darren means "oak grove, great" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Darren and Cory boy or girl names?

Darren is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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