Kory vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2981 for Kory.

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kory

Tyler Kyle Kayla Kelsey Jordan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kory or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kory at #2981 in the United States.

What do Kory and Theodore mean?

Kory means "hollow, seething pool" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kory and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kory is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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