Corey Milliken

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Corey Milliken — in a cauldron
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Corey Milliken 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 Milliken: Angie Milliken, Australian actress Benjamin Milliken, founder of Ellsworth, Maine and American Loyalist Benjamin Milliken II, United Empire Loyalist, Major in York Militia during 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion Bob Milliken, American baseball pitcher Carl E. Milliken, Republican and Progressive Party politician and early figure in the motion picture industry Isaac Lawrence Milliken, mayor of Chicago from 1854 to 1855 James Milliken (academic administrator) (born 1957), chancellor of the University of Texas System James B. Milliken (judge), American judge James T. 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: Milliken

English

Angie Milliken, Australian actress Benjamin Milliken, founder of Ellsworth, Maine and American Loyalist Benjamin Milliken II, United Empire Loyalist, Major in York Militia during 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion Bob Milliken, American baseball pitcher Carl E. Milliken, Republican and Progressive Party politician and early figure in the motion picture industry Isaac Lawrence Milliken, mayor of Chicago from 1854 to 1855 James Milliken (academic administrator) (born 1957), chancellor of the University of Texas System James B. Milliken (judge), American judge James T.

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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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Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Milliken?
The surname Milliken originates from English. Angie Milliken, Australian actress Benjamin Milliken, founder of Ellsworth, Maine and American Loyalist Benjamin Milliken II, United Empire Loyalist, Major in York Militia during 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion Bob Milliken, American baseball pitcher Carl E. Milliken, Republican and Progressive Party politician and early figure in the motion picture industry Isaac Lawrence Milliken, mayor of Chicago from 1854 to 1855 James Milliken (academic administrator) (born 1957), chancellor of the University of Texas System James B. Milliken (judge), American judge James T.
What are the origins of the name Corey Milliken?
The name Corey Milliken combines two different traditions: the first name Corey has Greek roots, while the surname Milliken originates from English.
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