Corey Belton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Corey Belton — in a cauldron
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Corey Belton 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 Belton: Alexis Belton (born 1993), American golfer, long drive champion Andrew Belton (1882–1970), British Army officer Betty Belton (1916–1989), English cricketer Bill Belton (born 1993), American footballer Catherine Belton (born 1973), British journalist, Moscow correspondent for the Financial Times Cathy Belton (born 1970), Irish actress Charles Belton (1820–1891), English cricketer Claire Belton, American illustrator, created cartoon cat Pusheen Christopher Belton (born 1955), British writer Dane Belton (born 1999), American football player Daniel Belton (born 1970), New Zealand dancer Danielle B. 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: Belton

Irish

Alexis Belton (born 1993), American golfer, long drive champion Andrew Belton (1882–1970), British Army officer Betty Belton (1916–1989), English cricketer Bill Belton (born 1993), American footballer Catherine Belton (born 1973), British journalist, Moscow correspondent for the Financial Times Cathy Belton (born 1970), Irish actress Charles Belton (1820–1891), English cricketer Claire Belton, American illustrator, created cartoon cat Pusheen Christopher Belton (born 1955), British writer Dane Belton (born 1999), American football player Daniel Belton (born 1970), New Zealand dancer Danielle B.

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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 Belton

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 Belton:

8
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Belton?
The surname Belton originates from Irish. Alexis Belton (born 1993), American golfer, long drive champion Andrew Belton (1882–1970), British Army officer Betty Belton (1916–1989), English cricketer Bill Belton (born 1993), American footballer Catherine Belton (born 1973), British journalist, Moscow correspondent for the Financial Times Cathy Belton (born 1970), Irish actress Charles Belton (1820–1891), English cricketer Claire Belton, American illustrator, created cartoon cat Pusheen Christopher Belton (born 1955), British writer Dane Belton (born 1999), American football player Daniel Belton (born 1970), New Zealand dancer Danielle B.
What are the origins of the name Corey Belton?
The name Corey Belton combines two different traditions: the first name Corey has Greek roots, while the surname Belton originates from Irish.
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