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Grey vs Corey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Corey

Boy #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#679
Total SSA Count
402
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grey Rank #878
Corey Rank #679

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #878 for Grey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grey or Corey more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Grey and Corey mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Grey and Corey boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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