Cory Koontz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cory Koontz — in a cauldron
102K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cory Koontz 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 Koontz: Charley Koontz (born 1987), American actor Dean Koontz (born 1945), American author Elizabeth Duncan Koontz (1919–1989), African-American educator Harold Koontz (1909–1984), American business consultant Joe Koontz (born 1945), American football player Lawrence L. Koontz, Jr. (born 1940), Senior Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia Robin Koontz (born 1954), American children's book author and illustrator Roscoe L. Koontz (1922–1997), American health physicist Stephe Koontz, American politician William Henry Koontz (1830–1911), member of the U.S. House of Representatives 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: Koontz

English

Charley Koontz (born 1987), American actor Dean Koontz (born 1945), American author Elizabeth Duncan Koontz (1919–1989), African-American educator Harold Koontz (1909–1984), American business consultant Joe Koontz (born 1945), American football player Lawrence L. Koontz, Jr. (born 1940), Senior Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia Robin Koontz (born 1954), American children's book author and illustrator Roscoe L. Koontz (1922–1997), American health physicist Stephe Koontz, American politician William Henry Koontz (1830–1911), member of the U.S. House of Representatives

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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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Notable People Named Cory Koontz

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 Cory Koontz:

9
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Koontz?
The surname Koontz originates from English. Charley Koontz (born 1987), American actor Dean Koontz (born 1945), American author Elizabeth Duncan Koontz (1919–1989), African-American educator Harold Koontz (1909–1984), American business consultant Joe Koontz (born 1945), American football player Lawrence L. Koontz, Jr. (born 1940), Senior Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia Robin Koontz (born 1954), American children's book author and illustrator Roscoe L. Koontz (1922–1997), American health physicist Stephe Koontz, American politician William Henry Koontz (1830–1911), member of the U.S. House of Representatives
What are the origins of the name Cory Koontz?
The name Cory Koontz combines two different traditions: the first name Cory has Norse roots, while the surname Koontz originates from English.
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