Holding steady.
Popularity of Korrey since 1974
Babies named Korrey per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Korrey's real moment was 1998.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 31 |
| 1990s | 34 |
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Korrey is a modern respelling of Corey, which itself is an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Comhraidhe. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974, reflecting the trend toward unique spellings of established names. Its peak year came in 1998, though it never entered the top 1000 nationally. The spelling with K gives it a distinctive look while retaining the familiar sound of the original. As a baby name, Korrey has remained stable in usage, with no significant regional concentration or top states. Parents drawn to this name often appreciate its modern yet rooted feel, blending Irish heritage with a contemporary twist.
Korrey is a modern respelling of Corey, an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Comhraidhe, meaning 'descendant of Comhraidhe'. The original Gaelic name Comhraidhe is of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from 'comhrac', meaning 'conflict' or 'spear'. The spelling with a K became more common in the late 20th century as parents sought unique variants of traditional names.
Sibling names for Korrey
Names that share Korrey's style, for a brother or sister.
