Cori is of Latin origin and means "maiden". It's a unisex name, often used for both girls and boys, but it tends to be more popular for females. The name Cori is believed to have been derived from the Latin word 'corium', meaning skin or hide. It can also serve as a short form of names like Cordelia or Corinthians. In literature, Coriolanus is a tragic hero in William Shakespeare's play "Coriolanus".
The name Cori experienced significant popularity throughout the 60s and 70s with peaks in the late 70s to mid-80s. However, it began declining afterwards, reaching its lowest point in recent years.