US Popularity Rank: 18923

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Carefree; Cheery; Benevolent

Corley is a gender-neutral name that means "carefree," "cheery," or "benevolent." It is a variant of the Old English name Corliss which has the same sweet meaning. As well as having Old English roots, it also has Celtic roots, as Corley is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic name Mac Toirdhealbhaigh. Corley is an excellent choice for those hoping to keep baby close to their roots, and of course, it’ll celebrate their kind-hearted, cheery nature.