Find out how popular the first name Korrey has been for the last 40 years (from 1974 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Korrey by gender

Based on the last 40 years of data, Korrey is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Korrey.

The history of the first name Korrey

The name Korrey has its origins in the ancient Germanic languages and is believed to have derived from the Old Norse word "kóri," which means "chosen one" or "elected one." This name was popular among the Vikings and other Norse people who inhabited the Scandinavian regions during the Viking Age (793-1066 AD).

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Korrey can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, which are a collection of historical narratives and folklore from the Middle Ages. In these sagas, Korrey was mentioned as the name of a prominent Viking warrior who was renowned for his bravery and leadership skills.

During the Middle Ages, the name Korrey also appeared in various medieval manuscripts and records from the Germanic regions of Europe. One notable individual bearing this name was Korrey the Learned, a scholar and monk who lived in the 11th century and was known for his extensive knowledge of ancient texts and literature.

As the name spread across Europe, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Kori, Korre, and Korri. In England, during the Norman Conquest of 1066, the name Korrey was introduced by the Norman invaders and became a part of the English naming tradition.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Korrey. One of the earliest recorded was Korrey von Altenburg (1190-1249), a German nobleman and military commander who played a significant role in the Crusades. Another notable figure was Korrey the Brave (1320-1385), a Scottish knight who fought alongside Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence.

In the 16th century, Korrey Jansen (1520-1592) was a Dutch explorer and navigator who made important contributions to the exploration of the Pacific Ocean and the mapping of the coastlines of Australia and New Zealand. During the same period, Korrey von Bülow (1545-1619) was a German military leader and strategist who served as a general in the Thirty Years' War.

In more recent times, Korrey Strang (1819-1892) was a prominent American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives and played a key role in the abolition of slavery in the United States.

Data source

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