Cory vs Terrance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terrance

Boy #1,295 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Terentius clan"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,295
Total SSA Count
151
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Terry, T

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cory Rank #1,097
Terrance Rank #1,295

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #1295 for Terrance.

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

Terrance ___

  • Terrance James
  • Terrance Lee
  • Terrance Eugene
  • Terrance Wayne
  • Terrance Andre
  • Terrance Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cory

Tyler Ashley Brandon Brittany Kyle

If you choose Terrance

Lawrence Darrell Marcus Angela Denise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Terrance more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Terrance at #1295 in the United States.

What do Cory and Terrance mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Terrance means "of the Terentius clan" (Latin origin).

Are Cory and Terrance boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Terrance is primarily a boy name.

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