Corey
Meaning: Hollow, cauldron, seething pool
Origin: Irish Gaelic/Norse
Gender: Unisex
Rank in Ireland: #215
Total births: 1,238
History: Corey has been heard on GAA pitches from Croke Park to Pairc Ui Chaoimh for generations. The name evokes the passion of All-Ireland finals and the community spirit of parish hurling clubs. It remains a proud choice for Irish families nationwide.
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Every number here comes directly from Ireland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #468 |
| Babies named Corey in 2025 | 7 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 1,238 |
| Peak year | 2008 (63 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #108 |
| Years in records | 1969–2025 (39 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 321 spots |
Frequently asked about Corey
What does the name Corey mean?
Corey means “Hollow, cauldron, seething pool” from Irish Gaelic/Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Corey?
Corey has Irish Gaelic/Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Hollow, cauldron, seething pool”.
How popular is Corey in Ireland?
Corey ranked #468 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 7 babies that year.
When was Corey most popular?
Corey peaked in 2008 with 63 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Corey a boy or girl name?
Corey is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Coreys in registered births are male.
Is the name Corey rising or falling in popularity?
Corey has fallen 321 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #147 in 2020 to #468 in 2025.
How long has Corey been recorded in Ireland?
Corey appears in birth records in Ireland across 39 years — from 1969 through 2025.