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Salem 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

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Popularity Comparison

Salem Rank #635
Corey Rank #679

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Salem or Corey more popular?

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Salem and Corey mean?

Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Salem and Corey boy or girl names?

Salem is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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