Leroy vs Corey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Popularity Comparison

Leroy Rank #864
Corey Rank #679

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #864 for Leroy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leroy or Corey more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Leroy at #864 in the United States.

What do Leroy and Corey mean?

Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Leroy and Corey boy or girl names?

Leroy is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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