How Many People Are Named Corry?

Complete statistics for the name Corry: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Corry
Very Rare
Old English

Corry is a very rare name, originating from Old English, with only 2,271 people bearing it today, making up 1 in 145,302 Americans. It peaked in popularity back in 1977 with 124 births, and now it's seen as a declining but classic choice.

~2,720
Living in US
1 in 121,856
Americans
1977
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Strength
🌐
Origin
Old English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Strong Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,271
Worldwide Bearers
#56,020
Global Rank
🇦🇺 Australia
49
🇳🇿 New Zealand
38
🇮🇪 Ireland
35
🇵🇹 Portugal
28
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
24
🇨🇭 Switzerland
18
🇨🇳 China
14
🇹🇭 Thailand
10
🇫🇷 France
6
🇮🇳 India
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,978 (87%)
♀ Female
293 (13%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 44
347
Would be under 30 (14%)
1,894
Would be 30–60 (76%)
239
Would be over 60 (10%)

All 2,480 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1977

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
93
Classic Feel
49
Modern Appeal
51
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Corry Through the Generations

Over the decades, Corry has maintained a steady presence without reaching widespread popularity. With 2,480 total births recorded since its inception, the name has seen a notable decline in recent years. As of now, 1,894 people named Corry fall within the 30-60 age range, indicating a strong middle-aged demographic. The peak year of 1977 saw 124 births, showcasing a significant interest in the name during that era.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Tennessee 131
Pennsylvania 81
California 67
Texas 48
New York 44
Florida 42
Ohio 36
Illinois 21
Georgia 15
Michigan 14

✨ Similar Names to Corry

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Corry's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Corry

How Many People Have the Name Corry?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,720 people in the United States currently share the name Corry. That works out to roughly 1 in every 121,856 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Corry a Common or Rare Name?

Corry is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Corry Mean?

Corry means "strength" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Corry in SSA data, approximately 87% are male and 13% are female.

When Was Corry Most Popular?

The name Corry reached peak popularity in 1977, with 124 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Corry?

Approximately 2,720 people named Corry live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,720. That works out to roughly 1 in 121,856 Americans.

Is Corry a rare name?

Corry is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 121,856 Americans has this name.

What does the name Corry mean?

Corry means "strength" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Corry more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 87% of people named Corry are male and 13% are female.

When was Corry most popular?

Corry peaked in 1977 with 124 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US2,720
All-Time Births2,720
1 in X1 in 121,856
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age44
Peak Year1977
World Rank#56,020
Male %87%
Female %13%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.