Koray
Koray is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,158 in the US, popular nicknames include Kor, Koy, and Korie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Koray first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 130 babies have been named Koray in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Koray is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,158 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,158
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Koray
Koray is a boy name .
Koray is currently ranked #12,158 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Koray include Kor, Koy, and Korie. 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