Corky
Boy nameCorky has been given to 661 babies in the U.S. since 1928. It peaked in 1957.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
661
Peak year
1957 (36 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1928
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
8% girls / 92% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Corky — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Corky.
Sibling name ideas for Corky
Same era and popularity as Corky, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Corky?
Corky has been given to 661 babies in the U.S. since 1928. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Corky peak?
Corky peaked in 1957, when 36 babies were given the name.
Is Corky a girl or boy name?
Corky is primarily a boy name (92% of babies named Corky are boys).
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