Corky
Pronunciation: [ k-AWRK-ee ]
Corky is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,026 in the US, popular nicknames include Cor, Coy, and Corie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Corky first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 455 babies have been named Corky in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Corky is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,026 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,026
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Corky is also used as a girl name, ranked #66820.
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About the Name Corky
Corky is a boy name .
Is Corky a boy or girl name? Corky is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,026 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #66,820. Corky is more commonly used as a boy name.
Corky is currently ranked #39,026 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Corky include Cor, Coy, and Corie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis