Kori
Kori: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kori
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
20th century American variant of Cory.
How popular is Kori?
Since 1880, 14,822 girls and 1,565 boys in the U.S. have been named Kori (90% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #631 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #1471 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #978 for girls, with 287 babies given the name.
Names similar to Kori
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Sibling name ideas for Kori
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Kori FAQ
What does the name Kori mean?
A female given name transferred from the surname. 20th century American variant of Cory.
What is the origin of the name Kori?
Kori is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Kori?
Since 1880, 14,822 girls and 1,565 boys in the U.S. have been named Kori (90% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #631 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #1471 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #978 for girls, with 287 babies given the name.
Is Kori a boy or girl name?
Kori is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,822 girls and 1,565 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.