Corey Sanfilippo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Corey Sanfilippo — in a cauldron
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Corey Sanfilippo 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 Sanfilippo: Bruno Sanfilippo, musician and producer Federica Sanfilippo (born 1990), Italian biathlete Frank Sanfilippo (born 1981), American soccer player Fred Sanfilippo, executive vice president for health affairs at Emory University Jasper Sanfilippo, an American businessman, also associated with the Place de la Musique José Sanfilippo (born 1935), Argentine footballer Salvatore Sanfilippo (born 1977), author of Redis and hping, also invented Idle scan. 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: Sanfilippo

Italian

Bruno Sanfilippo, musician and producer Federica Sanfilippo (born 1990), Italian biathlete Frank Sanfilippo (born 1981), American soccer player Fred Sanfilippo, executive vice president for health affairs at Emory University Jasper Sanfilippo, an American businessman, also associated with the Place de la Musique José Sanfilippo (born 1935), Argentine footballer Salvatore Sanfilippo (born 1977), author of Redis and hping, also invented Idle scan.

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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 Sanfilippo

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 Sanfilippo:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Sanfilippo?
The surname Sanfilippo originates from Italian. Bruno Sanfilippo, musician and producer Federica Sanfilippo (born 1990), Italian biathlete Frank Sanfilippo (born 1981), American soccer player Fred Sanfilippo, executive vice president for health affairs at Emory University Jasper Sanfilippo, an American businessman, also associated with the Place de la Musique José Sanfilippo (born 1935), Argentine footballer Salvatore Sanfilippo (born 1977), author of Redis and hping, also invented Idle scan.
What are the origins of the name Corey Sanfilippo?
The name Corey Sanfilippo combines two different traditions: the first name Corey has Greek roots, while the surname Sanfilippo originates from Italian.
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