Cory Landa

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cory Landa — in a cauldron
102K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cory Landa 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 Landa: Alfredo Landa (1933–2013), Spanish actor Antonio Landa (born 1979), Mexican footballer Benny Landa (born 1946) Israeli entrepreneur and inventor Diego de Landa (1524–1579), fourth bishop of Yucatán Daniel Landa (born 1968), Czech musician Eli Landa (born 1984), Norwegian model Honorino Landa (1942–1987), Chilean footballer Konstantin Landa (1972–2022), Russian chess grandmaster Leire Landa (born 1986), Spanish footballer Lucas Landa (born 1986), Argentine footballer Manuel de Landa (born 1952), Mexican-American writer Miguel Ángel Landa (born 1938), Venezuelan actor, stand-up comedian, and tel. 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: Landa

Spanish

Alfredo Landa (1933–2013), Spanish actor Antonio Landa (born 1979), Mexican footballer Benny Landa (born 1946) Israeli entrepreneur and inventor Diego de Landa (1524–1579), fourth bishop of Yucatán Daniel Landa (born 1968), Czech musician Eli Landa (born 1984), Norwegian model Honorino Landa (1942–1987), Chilean footballer Konstantin Landa (1972–2022), Russian chess grandmaster Leire Landa (born 1986), Spanish footballer Lucas Landa (born 1986), Argentine footballer Manuel de Landa (born 1952), Mexican-American writer Miguel Ángel Landa (born 1938), Venezuelan actor, stand-up comedian, and tel.

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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 Landa

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 Landa:

3
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Landa?
The surname Landa originates from Spanish. Alfredo Landa (1933–2013), Spanish actor Antonio Landa (born 1979), Mexican footballer Benny Landa (born 1946) Israeli entrepreneur and inventor Diego de Landa (1524–1579), fourth bishop of Yucatán Daniel Landa (born 1968), Czech musician Eli Landa (born 1984), Norwegian model Honorino Landa (1942–1987), Chilean footballer Konstantin Landa (1972–2022), Russian chess grandmaster Leire Landa (born 1986), Spanish footballer Lucas Landa (born 1986), Argentine footballer Manuel de Landa (born 1952), Mexican-American writer Miguel Ángel Landa (born 1938), Venezuelan actor, stand-up comedian, and tel.
What are the origins of the name Cory Landa?
The name Cory Landa combines two different traditions: the first name Cory has Norse roots, while the surname Landa originates from Spanish.
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