Coray is of French origin, derived from the ancient Germanic element "karō" which means "strong". It is often associated with the Norman name Corail, meaning 'coral'. Historically, it has been used as a given name in France, particularly during the Middle Ages. While not incredibly common today, Coray remains a distinctive and unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon name for their child.
The name Coray appears to have been somewhat popular with a peak in the late 70s and early 80s, with five years having more than five births each, but it has since declined, with only two years showing six births each. Overall, there were 54 births between 1970 and 1995.