Cory vs Kylen

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

✓ All Clear
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Kylen

Boy #922 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"narrow, a strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#922
Total SSA Count
251
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kyle, Ky

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Kylen Rank #922

Kylen is more popular, ranked #922 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

Kylen ___

  • Kylen James
  • Kylen Patrick
  • Kylen Reid
  • Kylen Lee
  • Kylen Pierce
  • Kylen Flynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cory

Tyler Ashley Brandon Brittany Kyle

If you choose Kylen

Rylan Brayden Avery Logan Hadley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Kylen more popular?

Kylen is more popular, ranked #922 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Kylen mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kylen means "narrow, a strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cory and Kylen boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Kylen is primarily a boy name.

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