Cory vs Graylynn

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

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Graylynn

Girl #7,029 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grey lake, misty pool"

Origin: Old English gray + Welsh llyn

Cultural Roots

American English Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#7,029
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Gray, Lynn, Gracie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Graylynn Rank #7,029

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #7029 for Graylynn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cory ___

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

Graylynn ___

  • Graylynn Rose
  • Graylynn Elizabeth
  • Graylynn Marie
  • Graylynn June
  • Graylynn Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Cory

Tyler Ashley Brandon Brittany Kyle

If you choose Graylynn

Hadley Brayden Kinsley Rowan Emersyn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Graylynn more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Graylynn at #7029 in the United States.

What do Cory and Graylynn mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Graylynn means "grey lake, misty pool" (Old English gray + Welsh llyn origin).

Are Cory and Graylynn boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Graylynn is primarily a girl name.

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