Erik vs Cory
Comparing Erik and Cory? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Erik ranks in the Top 500 tier and traces to Scandinavian naming roots (meaning "Eternal ruler"). Cory sits in the Top 500 tier with Irish origins (meaning "From the hollow").
Erik
- Meaning: Eternal ruler
- Origin: Scandinavian
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Erik name page
Cory
- Meaning: From the hollow
- Origin: Irish
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Cory name page
Which name is more popular: Erik or Cory?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Erik ranks higher (Top 500) than Cory (Top 500).