Bobby vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bobby

Boy #1,126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,126
Total SSA Count
189
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bob, Rob

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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
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Popularity Comparison

Bobby Rank #1,126
Cory Rank #1,097

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1126 for Bobby.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bobby ___

  • Bobby James
  • Bobby Ray
  • Bobby Lee
  • Bobby Dean
  • Bobby Wayne
  • Bobby Dale

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 Bobby

Billy Tommy Susie Jimmy Danny

If you choose Cory

Tyler Ashley Brandon Brittany Kyle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bobby or Cory more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Bobby at #1126 in the United States.

What do Bobby and Cory mean?

Bobby means "bright fame" (Old High German origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Bobby and Cory boy or girl names?

Bobby is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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