Ulysses vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,097
Total SSA Count
197
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ulysses Rank #1,291
Cory Rank #1,097

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1291 for Ulysses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ulysses or Cory more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Ulysses at #1291 in the United States.

What do Ulysses and Cory mean?

Ulysses means "difficult journey" (Greek origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ulysses and Cory boy or girl names?

Ulysses is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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