Cory vs Khai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Khai

Boy #949 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"triumphant, victorious"

Origin: Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#949
Total SSA Count
240
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Khai Rank #949

Khai is more popular, ranked #949 vs #1097 for Cory.

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

Khai ___

  • Khai James
  • Khai Alexander
  • Khai William
  • Khai Elliot
  • Khai Nathaniel
  • Khai River

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cory

Tyler Ashley Brandon Brittany Kyle

If you choose Khai

Nova Zara Luca Remi Jade

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Khai more popular?

Khai is more popular, ranked #949 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Khai mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Khai means "triumphant, victorious" (Vietnamese origin).

Are Cory and Khai boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Khai is primarily a boy name.

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