Gerald vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Cory Rank #1,097

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Cory more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Cory mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Gerald and Cory boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.