Corky
boy nameCorky entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #1396 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
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rank today
#1396
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3169 |
| 1930s | #3128 |
| 1940s | #2411 |
| 1950s | #1843 |
| 1960s | #2619 |
| 1970s | #3532 |
| 1980s | #4550 |
| 1990s | #7326 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Corky are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Corky alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Corky in 2025?
- Corky is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Corky most popular?
- Corky peaked in 1958, reaching #1396 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Corky with classmates?
- Corky will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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