Shawn 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

Popularity Comparison

Shawn Rank #639
Corey Rank #679

Shawn is more popular, ranked #639 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shawn or Corey more popular?

Shawn is more popular, ranked #639 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Shawn and Corey mean?

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

Are Shawn and Corey boy or girl names?

Shawn is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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