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Shane vs Corey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#602
Total SSA Count
473
Syllables
1
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

Shane Rank #602
Corey Rank #679

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Corey more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Shane and Corey mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Shane and Corey boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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