Aden vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aden

Boy #1,001 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,001
Total SSA Count
225
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ade

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Aden Rank #1,001
Cory Rank #1,097

Aden is more popular, ranked #1001 vs #1097 for Cory.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aden ___

  • Aden James
  • Aden Michael
  • Aden Cole
  • Aden Thomas
  • Aden Lee
  • Aden Grey

Cory ___

  • Cory James
  • Cory Allen
  • Cory Michael
  • Cory Lee
  • Cory Wayne
  • Cory Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aden

Liam Caden Brody Fiona Nora

If you choose Cory

Tyler Ashley Brandon Brittany Kyle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aden or Cory more popular?

Aden is more popular, ranked #1001 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Aden and Cory mean?

Aden means "little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Aden and Cory boy or girl names?

Aden is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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