Corry
About Corry
Corry is a masculine name with versatile origins. It can be a diminutive of Cornelius (Latin for 'horn' or 'cornerstone'), Conrad (Germanic for 'brave counsel'), or Cormac (Irish for 'charioteer'). It may also derive from the Gaelic 'coire' meaning 'cauldron' or 'hollow,' originally referring to someone living near a hollow or valley. As a surname-turned-first-name, it appears in Irish, Scottish, and English traditions. Corry maintains a friendly, approachable quality with its soft ending while still feeling distinctly masculine. Never extremely common, it peaked in modest usage during the mid-20th century. The name carries a casual, unpretentious charm that balances traditional roots with contemporary appeal, making it an understated choice for parents seeking something familiar yet uncommon.
Pronounced KOR-ee.
As of October 2026, Corry ranked #12709 in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #853 in 1977.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |