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Kory vs Tye

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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Tye

Boy #2,857 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enclosed pasture by a river"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,857
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kory Rank #2,981
Tye Rank #2,857

Tye is more popular, ranked #2857 vs #2981 for Kory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kory or Tye more popular?

Tye is more popular, ranked #2857 compared to Kory at #2981 in the United States.

What do Kory and Tye mean?

Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin). Tye means "enclosed pasture by a river" (Old English origin).

Are Kory and Tye boy or girl names?

Kory is primarily a boy name. Tye is primarily a boy name.

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