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Cory

Boy / Girl name · 258 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Cory: 258 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 12 births in 1997.

Cory is most familiar as a modern given name deriving from the Irish surname Ó Comhraidhe, meaning “descendant of Comhraidhe,” a personal name thought to mean “spear-bearer” – though it has also been linked to the Old Norse “kóri,” meaning “chosen.” The spelling Cory rose alongside Corey, both popular in Scotland since the 1970s. Notable bearers include actor Cory Monteith, beloved for his role in *Glee*, and New Jersey Senator Cory Booker. The name shares its root with the Irish place-name Corry, though no major Scottish location bears it directly. In Scotland, the name has been given to both boys and girls, though it remains predominantly masculine, and its friendly, two-syllable sound has kept it a consistent choice across generations.