Boy Name · Irish Origin
Kory
Considering Kory? It is a boy name whose meaning is "From the hollow", rooted in Irish naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Kerry.
Kory meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: From the hollow
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Kory to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Kory as K·O·R·Y, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Kory is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Kory variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Korya, Korye, Koryy.
- Nicknames: Kory works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Kory with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Kory middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Kerry, Kary, Kori, Khiry, Khary — full picks on the sibling names for Kory guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Kory? Browse our names like Kory guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Kory
What does the name Kory mean?
Kory means "From the hollow" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Kory?
Kory originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Kory?
Kory has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Kory a boy's or girl's name?
Kory is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Kory in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kory sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Kory?
Names that share Kory's sound and style include Kerry, Kary, Kori, Khiry, Khary.
What middle names pair well with Kory?
Good middle-name fits for Kory pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Kory is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Kory is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Kory?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Kory share its rhythm without rhyming — Kerry, Kary, Kori all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.