Corey Boling

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Corey Boling — in a cauldron
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Corey Boling 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 Boling: People with the surname Alexis Boling (born 1979), American filmmaker and musician Bodine Boling (born 1982), American writer and filmmaker Clint Boling (born 1989), American football player Dulcie Boling (born 1936), Australian businesswoman John Boling (1895–1962), American racing driver Lexi Boling (born 1993), American model Matt Boling (born 2000), American track and field athlete Kim Böling (born 1992), Finnish footballer Boling County, a former county of the Eastern Han in Hebei, China Boling Principality, a former principality of the Western Jin Empire in Hebei, China Boling Commandery. 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: Boling

English

People with the surname Alexis Boling (born 1979), American filmmaker and musician Bodine Boling (born 1982), American writer and filmmaker Clint Boling (born 1989), American football player Dulcie Boling (born 1936), Australian businesswoman John Boling (1895–1962), American racing driver Lexi Boling (born 1993), American model Matt Boling (born 2000), American track and field athlete Kim Böling (born 1992), Finnish footballer Boling County, a former county of the Eastern Han in Hebei, China Boling Principality, a former principality of the Western Jin Empire in Hebei, China Boling Commandery.

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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 Boling

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 Boling:

8
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Boling?
The surname Boling originates from English. People with the surname Alexis Boling (born 1979), American filmmaker and musician Bodine Boling (born 1982), American writer and filmmaker Clint Boling (born 1989), American football player Dulcie Boling (born 1936), Australian businesswoman John Boling (1895–1962), American racing driver Lexi Boling (born 1993), American model Matt Boling (born 2000), American track and field athlete Kim Böling (born 1992), Finnish footballer Boling County, a former county of the Eastern Han in Hebei, China Boling Principality, a former principality of the Western Jin Empire in Hebei, China Boling Commandery.
What are the origins of the name Corey Boling?
The name Corey Boling combines two different traditions: the first name Corey has Greek roots, while the surname Boling originates from English.
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