Thompson vs Kory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kory

Boy #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, seething pool"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,981
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Thompson Rank #2,935
Kory Rank #2,981

Thompson is more popular, ranked #2935 vs #2981 for Kory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thompson or Kory more popular?

Thompson is more popular, ranked #2935 compared to Kory at #2981 in the United States.

What do Thompson and Kory mean?

Thompson means "son of Thomas, son of the twin" (Middle English origin). Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Thompson and Kory boy or girl names?

Thompson is primarily a boy name. Kory is primarily a boy name.

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