Corley
Pronunciation: [ k-AWRL-ee ]
Corley is a boy baby name. Ranked #27,933 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
Corley first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 205 babies have been named Corley in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Corley is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,933 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,933
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Corley is also used as a girl name, ranked #16316.
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About the Name Corley
Corley is a boy name .
Is Corley a boy or girl name? Corley is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #27,933 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #16,316. Corley is more commonly used as a girl name.
Corley is currently ranked #27,933 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Corley include Cor, Coy, Corie, and Corlie. 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