CORRY

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Corry

Corry is a British surname of Scottish and Northern Irish origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "corrach," meaning "spear."

The Corry family is primarily associated with the Scottish Lowlands and Northern Ireland. The name has its roots in the ancient clans and families of Scotland, with some branches later settling in Northern Ireland.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Corry include the Corry baronets of Castle Coole in County Fermanagh, Ireland. Sir Trevor Corry, 1st Baronet (1836–1906), was a prominent figure in Irish politics and a Member of Parliament.

The name Corry is also found in various records, including census data, heraldic records, and historical documents, highlighting its longstanding presence in British history.

Today, the surname Corry continues to be borne by descendants of the original Scottish and Irish families, as well as individuals from diverse backgrounds who have adopted the name.

There are approximately 1,581 people named Corry in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,128th most common surname in Britain. Around 24 in a million people in Britain are named Corry.

Surname type: From given name or forename

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Ireland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
David
Ian
James
John
Michael
Paul
Peter
Robert
Stephen
William

Female

Anne
Catherine
Doreen
Elizabeth
Emma
Joanne
Julie
Kathleen
Margaret
Maria
Mary
Patricia
Rachel
Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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