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Marvin vs Corey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marvin

Boy #672 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea fortress, sea friend"

Origin: Old Welsh Mervyn

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#672
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Marvin Rank #672
Corey Rank #679

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marvin or Corey more popular?

Marvin is more popular, ranked #672 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Marvin and Corey mean?

Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Marvin and Corey boy or girl names?

Marvin is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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