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Corey

A name with Old Norse roots, whose original meaning remains unknown.

Meaning and origin

Corey emerges from the English surname tradition, where it gained traction as a first name throughout the 1960s following a television character's popularity.

How to pronounce Corey

English (US)KOR-ee

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