Korey Family History & Genealogy
Korey Last Name History & Origin
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Name Origin
This name has multiple English spellings, but means "priest" in Arabic. Some variations in spelling: Koury, Khoury, Korey, Curry, ElKhoury, Corey, Kourey...
It is a Middle Eastern Christian name, with perhaps largest population originating from Lebanon. However, you will find the name in numerous other countries, including Syria, Palestine, Jordan. The name was historically assigned to a priest, who, in the eastern rite, is allowed to marry. His family often kept the name, through the generations.
Spellings & Pronunciations
Too many to list! Koury, Khoury, Korey, Curry, ElKhoury, Corey, Kourey...
Nationality & Ethnicity
Middle Eastern... Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Palestine, etc.
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