Makoa vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Makoa

Boy #1,118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the koa (warrior tree)"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Pacific Islander American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,118
Total SSA Count
191
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Makoa Rank #1,118
Cory Rank #1,097

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1118 for Makoa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makoa or Cory more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Makoa at #1118 in the United States.

What do Makoa and Cory mean?

Makoa means "the koa (warrior tree)" (Hawaiian origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Makoa and Cory boy or girl names?

Makoa is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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