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Ralph vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralph

Boy #1,153 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,153
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
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

Ralph Rank #1,153
Cory Rank #1,097

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1153 for Ralph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralph or Cory more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Ralph at #1153 in the United States.

What do Ralph and Cory mean?

Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ralph and Cory boy or girl names?

Ralph is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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