Cory Conger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cory Conger — in a cauldron
102K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cory Conger is a name that combines Norse origins. The first name Cory is a masculine given name of Norse origin. As a given name, Cory is used by both males and females. It is a variation of the name Cora, meaning "(the) Maiden", which is a title 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. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh). The surname Conger: Abraham Benjamin Conger (1887–1953), American politician and federal judge Abraham Bogart Conger (1814–1887), American lawyer, farmer, and politician Arthur L. Conger (1872–1951), American US Army colonel and theosophist Benn Conger (1856–1922), American businessman, banker and politician Clement Conger (1912–2004), American museum curator and public servant Darva Conger (born 1965), American reality show contestant Dick Conger (1921–1970), American Major League Baseball pitcher Edward Augustus Conger (1882–1963), American federal judge Edwin H. Cory is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 102K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Cory reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cory

Meaning: in a cauldron

Norse

As a given name, Cory is used by both males and females. It is a variation of the name Cora, meaning "(the) Maiden", which is a title 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. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh).

Surname: Conger

English

Abraham Benjamin Conger (1887–1953), American politician and federal judge Abraham Bogart Conger (1814–1887), American lawyer, farmer, and politician Arthur L. Conger (1872–1951), American US Army colonel and theosophist Benn Conger (1856–1922), American businessman, banker and politician Clement Conger (1912–2004), American museum curator and public servant Darva Conger (born 1965), American reality show contestant Dick Conger (1921–1970), American Major League Baseball pitcher Edward Augustus Conger (1882–1963), American federal judge Edwin H.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cory 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 Cory 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 Cory Conger:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

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

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 Cory?
The first name Cory originates from Norse. As a given name, Cory is used by both males and females. It is a variation of the name Cora, meaning "(the) Maiden", which is a title 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. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh).
When was Cory most popular?
The name Cory reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Conger?
The surname Conger originates from English. Abraham Benjamin Conger (1887–1953), American politician and federal judge Abraham Bogart Conger (1814–1887), American lawyer, farmer, and politician Arthur L. Conger (1872–1951), American US Army colonel and theosophist Benn Conger (1856–1922), American businessman, banker and politician Clement Conger (1912–2004), American museum curator and public servant Darva Conger (born 1965), American reality show contestant Dick Conger (1921–1970), American Major League Baseball pitcher Edward Augustus Conger (1882–1963), American federal judge Edwin H.
What are the origins of the name Cory Conger?
The name Cory Conger combines two different traditions: the first name Cory has Norse roots, while the surname Conger originates from English.
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