Terence vs Kory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terence

Boy #2,926 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"smooth, tender"

Origin: Latin/Oscan

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Boy #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hollow, seething pool"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Terence Rank #2,926

Kory Rank #2,981

Terence is more popular, ranked #2926 vs #2981 for Kory.

Is Terence or Kory more popular?

Terence is more popular, ranked #2926 compared to Kory at #2981 in the United States.

What do Terence and Kory mean?

Terence means "smooth, tender" (Latin/Oscan origin). Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Terence and Kory boy or girl names?

Terence is primarily a boy name. Kory is primarily a boy name.