Kori
girl name#978 in 2025Kori entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #631 in 2016, ranks #978 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1953–2025
#978
rank today
#631
peak (2016)
260
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3852 |
| 1960s | #1673 |
| 1970s | #832 |
| 1980s | #822 |
| 1990s | #736 |
| 2000s | #1154 |
| 2010s | #846 |
| 2020s | #814 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kori has been most popular in TX, GA, MD.
Living bearers
About 14,500 people named Kori are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kori alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kori in 2025?
- Kori ranks #978 among US girl names in 2025, with 260 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kori most popular?
- Kori peaked in 2016, reaching #631 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kori with classmates?
- Kori will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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