Cori

Pronounced: KOR-ee

Meaning: Maiden

Gender: Girl
Origin: Greek, Irish
Language: English (Modern)

What does Cori mean?

Cori is a bright, compact name most often used as a modern English spelling of Cora, Corinne or Corinna. Through these names it can be linked with the Greek word kore, meaning maiden or young woman.

The spelling also overlaps with Cory and Corey, names with separate surname roots. This gives Cori a flexible, contemporary feel, combining the softness of its feminine Greek associations with the easy familiarity of a unisex short name.

❤️ Why Parents Choose This Name

It is short, friendly and straightforward to say.
It offers a fresher alternative to Cora while retaining a similar sound.
The name feels modern without being overly elaborate.
Its Greek association gives it a gentle, classical layer.
It works well for parents who like concise, informal names.
Cori pairs easily with both traditional and more distinctive middle names.

Historical Context

Cori is chiefly a modern English given-name spelling. It is often used as a short form of Cora, Corinne and Corinna, which are connected to Greek kore, maiden. Cori can also be a feminine use of Cory or Corey, names that developed from surnames and may have Irish roots. Because these naming routes overlap in the same spelling, Cori does not have one wholly fixed origin.