Declining since 2012, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Corley since 1917
Babies named Corley per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 | 21 |
| 1930s | 0 | 11 |
| 1940s | 0 | 13 |
| 1950s | 0 | 13 |
| 1960s | 0 | 18 |
| 1970s | 6 | 46 |
| 1980s | 36 | 56 |
| 1990s | 90 | 39 |
| 2000s | 88 | 22 |
| 2010s | 105 | 11 |
| 2020s | 41 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Corley is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1976. It reached its peak rank of 13,208 in 2025, with a 1-in-267,878 birth rate. Its trajectory has been falling since 2012, after a modest peak in 2011. Although no top states are recorded, Corley remains a modern, underused choice. Its etymology is obscure, possibly a creative spelling of Corey or a feminine form of Cora. The name has not appeared in any prominent cultural works, but its soft sound and simple spelling make it accessible.
Corley first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976 and is likely a modern invention, possibly derived from the name Cora or the surname Corley. Its usage has been consistent but rare, with a peak in 2011. It may also be a respelling of Corey, a name of Irish origin meaning 'hollow'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cor, Coco, Lee
Sibling names for Corley
Names that share Corley's style, for a brother or sister.
