Origin and Meaning of Courey

Variant of the Irish name 'Cory' meaning 'from the hollow' or 'hill hollow'.

Origin: Irish - Derived from the Irish surname 'Ó Murchadha', which can also relate to the word 'cora', meaning 'a hollow' or 'a hill hollow'.

• Courey can be considered a modern or variant spelling of Cory, which has been popularized as both a first name and a surname in English-speaking countries.
• The name has seen usage predominantly in English-speaking cultures, with variations available in different languages and forms.
• Notable bearers include actors and other public figures with the surname Courey, but it is less commonly recognized as a first name.
• The popularity of Courey and its variants like Cory has fluctuated in the United States, with Cory peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
• Related names include Corey, Kory, and Cora, each carrying their own unique flair but linked through their etymological roots.