Corey Osborne

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Corey Osborne — in a cauldron
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Corey Osborne 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 Osborne: Osborne , along with Osbourne, Osbern, Osborn and Usborne, is an English name cognate with, and possibly influenced by the Old Norse Ásbjørn. The English Os (see Ós) and the Norse Ás (see Aesir) mean God, while bjørn means bear in Norse. People with the surname Osborne Aaron Osborne (1947–1995), American modern dancer and teacher Adam Osborne (1939–2003), computer pioneer Alexandra Osborne (born 1995), Australian tennis player Anders Osborne (born 1966), American singer-songwriter Barrie M. 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: Osborne

Norse

Osborne , along with Osbourne, Osbern, Osborn and Usborne, is an English name cognate with, and possibly influenced by the Old Norse Ásbjørn. The English Os (see Ós) and the Norse Ás (see Aesir) mean God, while bjørn means bear in Norse. People with the surname Osborne Aaron Osborne (1947–1995), American modern dancer and teacher Adam Osborne (1939–2003), computer pioneer Alexandra Osborne (born 1995), Australian tennis player Anders Osborne (born 1966), American singer-songwriter Barrie M.

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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 Osborne

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 Osborne:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Osborne?
The surname Osborne originates from Norse. Osborne , along with Osbourne, Osbern, Osborn and Usborne, is an English name cognate with, and possibly influenced by the Old Norse Ásbjørn. The English Os (see Ós) and the Norse Ás (see Aesir) mean God, while bjørn means bear in Norse. People with the surname Osborne Aaron Osborne (1947–1995), American modern dancer and teacher Adam Osborne (1939–2003), computer pioneer Alexandra Osborne (born 1995), Australian tennis player Anders Osborne (born 1966), American singer-songwriter Barrie M.
What are the origins of the name Corey Osborne?
The name Corey Osborne combines two different traditions: the first name Corey has Greek roots, while the surname Osborne originates from Norse.
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