Kory vs Leam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kory

Boy #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, seething pool"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,981
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kory Rank #2,981
Leam Rank #3,021

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 vs #3021 for Leam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kory ___

  • Kory James
  • Kory Lee
  • Kory Allen
  • Kory Michael
  • Kory Alan
  • Kory Dean

Leam ___

  • Leam James
  • Leam Patrick
  • Leam Finn
  • Leam Connor
  • Leam Cade
  • Leam Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kory

Tyler Kyle Kayla Kelsey Jordan

If you choose Leam

Finn Declan Cian Niamh Aoife

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kory or Leam more popular?

Kory is more popular, ranked #2981 compared to Leam at #3021 in the United States.

What do Kory and Leam mean?

Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leam means "elm tree" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Kory and Leam boy or girl names?

Kory is primarily a boy name. Leam is primarily a boy name.

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