Kory vs Leslie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Leslie

Boy #3,003 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"garden of hollies, holly garden"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,003
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kory Rank #2,981
Leslie Rank #3,003

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 vs #3003 for Leslie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kory or Leslie more popular?

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 compared to Leslie at #3003 in the United States.

What do Kory and Leslie mean?

Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leslie means "garden of hollies, holly garden" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kory and Leslie boy or girl names?

Kory is primarily a boy name. Leslie is primarily a boy name.

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