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Kory vs Pete

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

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Pete

Boy #3,090 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,090
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kory Rank #2,981
Pete Rank #3,090

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 vs #3090 for Pete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kory or Pete more popular?

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 compared to Pete at #3090 in the United States.

What do Kory and Pete mean?

Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin). Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Kory and Pete boy or girl names?

Kory is primarily a boy name. Pete is primarily a boy name.

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