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Kori

Girl / Boy name · 38 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kori: 38 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 5 births in 2006.

A lively choice that feels both modern and grounded, Kori is most often a short form of the Old Norse name Kára, meaning "curly-haired" or "the wind." It also appears as a feminine variant of Corey, which is rooted in the Irish and Scottish Gaelic surname Ó Comhraidhe, meaning "descendant of Comhraidhe," itself thought to mean "spear bearer." You might know the name from Kori Wilford, an American singer-songwriter, or Kori Luchak, a Canadian actress. While there are no well-known places directly named Kori, the name shares an etymological link with Coorie, a Scottish term for a cosy, snug feeling. In Scotland, Kori has been a rare but steady choice, particularly for girls, reflecting a broader trend toward short, vowel-ending names.