Braden vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Braden

Boy #1,250 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"salmon"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,250
Total SSA Count
158
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brad, Brade

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Braden Rank #1,250
Cory Rank #1,097

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1250 for Braden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Braden ___

  • Braden James
  • Braden Lee
  • Braden Scott
  • Braden Michael
  • Braden Cole
  • Braden Thomas

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 Braden

Caden Logan Riley Hayden Parker

If you choose Cory

Tyler Ashley Brandon Brittany Kyle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Braden or Cory more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Braden at #1250 in the United States.

What do Braden and Cory mean?

Braden means "salmon" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Braden and Cory boy or girl names?

Braden is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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