Declining since 2015, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Koree since 1974
Babies named Koree per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 17 | 0 |
| 1980s | 65 | 19 |
| 1990s | 112 | 108 |
| 2000s | 91 | 63 |
| 2010s | 118 | 52 |
| 2020s | 49 | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Koree is a rare unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1974. Its popularity peaked in 2016, then began a gradual decline. As of 2025, it ranks 14,942, with only about 1 in 321,453 newborns given the name. The name has no strong association with any particular state, reflecting its scattered use. Its spelling likely represents a modern English coinage, possibly influenced by the popularity of names starting with 'K' and ending in 'ee'. Despite its obscurity, Koree offers a unique sound for those seeking a distinctive choice.
Koree is a modern name of uncertain derivation. It may be a creative respelling of Corey (from Irish Gaelic meaning 'from the hollow') or Kari (a Scandinavian or Japanese name). Alternatively, it could be a coinage based on the fashionable sound of names like Kylie or Kacey. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1974, suggesting a late 20th-century origin.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kori, Ree, K
Sibling names for Koree
Names that share Koree's style, for a brother or sister.
