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Jeff vs Kory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jeff

Boy #2,932 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"divine peace, God's peace"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,932
Total SSA Count
43
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Jeff Rank #2,932
Kory Rank #2,981

Jeff is more popular, ranked #2932 vs #2981 for Kory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeff or Kory more popular?

Jeff is more popular, ranked #2932 compared to Kory at #2981 in the United States.

What do Jeff and Kory mean?

Jeff means "divine peace, God's peace" (Germanic origin). Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Jeff and Kory boy or girl names?

Jeff is primarily a boy name. Kory is primarily a boy name.

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