Corey Anderton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Corey Anderton — in a cauldron
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Corey Anderton 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 Anderton: Alain Anderton, British writer Bill Anderton (1891–1966), New Zealand politician Carl Anderton Jr. (born 1973), American politician Darren Anderton (born 1972), English footballer Elizabeth Anderton (born 1934), British ballet dancer Henry Anderton (1630–1667), English painter Jim Anderton (1938–2018), New Zealand politician Jo Anderton, Australian writer Katie Anderton (born 1983), English footballer Laurence Anderton (1577–1643), English Jesuit Maria Anderton (born 1969), New Zealand footballer Michael Anderton (1931–2020), English clergyman and cricketer Nick Anderton (born 1996), English f. 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: Anderton

English

Alain Anderton, British writer Bill Anderton (1891–1966), New Zealand politician Carl Anderton Jr. (born 1973), American politician Darren Anderton (born 1972), English footballer Elizabeth Anderton (born 1934), British ballet dancer Henry Anderton (1630–1667), English painter Jim Anderton (1938–2018), New Zealand politician Jo Anderton, Australian writer Katie Anderton (born 1983), English footballer Laurence Anderton (1577–1643), English Jesuit Maria Anderton (born 1969), New Zealand footballer Michael Anderton (1931–2020), English clergyman and cricketer Nick Anderton (born 1996), English f.

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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 Anderton

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 Anderton:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Anderton?
The surname Anderton originates from English. Alain Anderton, British writer Bill Anderton (1891–1966), New Zealand politician Carl Anderton Jr. (born 1973), American politician Darren Anderton (born 1972), English footballer Elizabeth Anderton (born 1934), British ballet dancer Henry Anderton (1630–1667), English painter Jim Anderton (1938–2018), New Zealand politician Jo Anderton, Australian writer Katie Anderton (born 1983), English footballer Laurence Anderton (1577–1643), English Jesuit Maria Anderton (born 1969), New Zealand footballer Michael Anderton (1931–2020), English clergyman and cricketer Nick Anderton (born 1996), English f.
What are the origins of the name Corey Anderton?
The name Corey Anderton combines two different traditions: the first name Corey has Greek roots, while the surname Anderton originates from English.
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