Korey is an androgynous given name of American origin, derived from the Old Norse masculine name Coreys, which means "helmet". The name Korey gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, with its peak usage being in the 1970s. It has since been used consistently but less frequently.
The name Korey experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, peaking in the late 70s and early 80s with nearly 50 births per year during certain periods. After the mid-80s, its usage gradually decreased, with fewer than 30 births per year recorded thereafter. In recent years, Korey has become quite uncommon, with fewer than 20 births annually since 2014.