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Mael vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mael

Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Cultural Roots

Breton French Welsh Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,060
Total SSA Count
206
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,097
Total SSA Count
197
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mael Rank #1,060
Cory Rank #1,097

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mael or Cory more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Mael and Cory mean?

Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Mael and Cory boy or girl names?

Mael is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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