Corey

Meaning of Corey

Could mean 'from the hollow' or 'dweller of the hollow'. It might also mean 'spear'.

Corey has Irish/Scottish roots — browse every Irish/Scottish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Corey

Corey has cooled off, slipping to #778 in 2025, down from a peak of #149 in 2000.

Notable people named Corey

• Corey Feldman
  Actor, 'The Goonies'
• Corey Haim
  Actor, 'License to Drive'
• Corey Seager
  Professional baseball player
• Corey Hart
  Singer, 'Sunglasses at Night'
• Corey Pavin
  Professional golfer

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Questions about the name Corey

What does the name Corey mean?

Corey means could mean 'from the hollow' or 'dweller of the hollow'. it might also mean 'spear', and it comes from Irish/Scottish origins.

Is Corey a boy's or a girl's name?

Corey is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Corey?

In 2025, Corey ranked #778 for boys, down from #678 the year before.

When was Corey most popular?

Corey peaked at #149 in 2000.