Corey Altamirano

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Corey Altamirano — in a cauldron
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Corey Altamirano is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Corey is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Corey is a masculine given name and a surname. It is a masculine version of name Cora, which has Greek origins and is the maiden name of the goddess Persephone. The name also can have origins from the Gaelic word coire, which means "in a cauldron" or "in a hollow". As a surname, it has a number of possible derivations, including an Old Norse personal name Kori of uncertain meaning, which is found in Scandinavia and England, often meaning curly haired. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh). The surname Altamirano: Armin Altamirano Luistro (born 1961), Filipino politician and religious leader Carlos Altamirano (1922–2019), Chilean socialist politician Eric Altamirano (born 1966), Filipino basketball player and coach Fernando Altamirano (1848–1908), Mexican physician, botanist, and naturalist Héctor Altamirano (born 1977), Mexican footballer Ignacio Manuel Altamirano (1834–1893), Mexican novelist and politician Luis Altamirano (1867–1938), Chilean military officer Porfi Altamirano (born 1952), Nicaraguan baseball player Pedro de Anda Altamirano (1551–1619), Spanish conquistador Corey is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 147K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Corey reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Corey

Meaning: in a cauldron

Greek

Corey is a masculine given name and a surname. It is a masculine version of name Cora, which has Greek origins and is the maiden name of the goddess Persephone. The name also can have origins from the Gaelic word coire, which means "in a cauldron" or "in a hollow". As a surname, it has a number of possible derivations, including an Old Norse personal name Kori of uncertain meaning, which is found in Scandinavia and England, often meaning curly haired. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh).

Surname: Altamirano

Spanish

Armin Altamirano Luistro (born 1961), Filipino politician and religious leader Carlos Altamirano (1922–2019), Chilean socialist politician Eric Altamirano (born 1966), Filipino basketball player and coach Fernando Altamirano (1848–1908), Mexican physician, botanist, and naturalist Héctor Altamirano (born 1977), Mexican footballer Ignacio Manuel Altamirano (1834–1893), Mexican novelist and politician Luis Altamirano (1867–1938), Chilean military officer Porfi Altamirano (born 1952), Nicaraguan baseball player Pedro de Anda Altamirano (1551–1619), Spanish conquistador

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Corey is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Corey by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Corey Altamirano

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Corey Altamirano:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Corey?
The first name Corey originates from Greek. Corey is a masculine given name and a surname. It is a masculine version of name Cora, which has Greek origins and is the maiden name of the goddess Persephone. The name also can have origins from the Gaelic word coire, which means "in a cauldron" or "in a hollow". As a surname, it has a number of possible derivations, including an Old Norse personal name Kori of uncertain meaning, which is found in Scandinavia and England, often meaning curly haired. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh).
When was Corey most popular?
The name Corey reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Altamirano?
The surname Altamirano originates from Spanish. Armin Altamirano Luistro (born 1961), Filipino politician and religious leader Carlos Altamirano (1922–2019), Chilean socialist politician Eric Altamirano (born 1966), Filipino basketball player and coach Fernando Altamirano (1848–1908), Mexican physician, botanist, and naturalist Héctor Altamirano (born 1977), Mexican footballer Ignacio Manuel Altamirano (1834–1893), Mexican novelist and politician Luis Altamirano (1867–1938), Chilean military officer Porfi Altamirano (born 1952), Nicaraguan baseball player Pedro de Anda Altamirano (1551–1619), Spanish conquistador
What are the origins of the name Corey Altamirano?
The name Corey Altamirano combines two different traditions: the first name Corey has Greek roots, while the surname Altamirano originates from Spanish.
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