Covey

At a Glance

Origin

English (surname)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

KUH-veeListen

Covey traces back to English surname roots. You might have come across the idea that it means 'a group of birds,' but that's not accurate — according to Wiktionary, Covey actually developed as a shortened, pet form of the surname McCovey, and has no real tie to the bird-flock word. So if you're drawn to Covey, it's worth choosing it for how it sounds and its surname history rather than for any birds-in-flight meaning.

Meaning & Origin of Covey

Origin: English (surname).

A common claim: Covey is popularly thought to mean 'a group of birds,' from the English word for a flock. Actually: Covey is actually a pet form of the surname McCovey, and isn't related to the word for a flock of birds.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Covey

Popularity of Covey

SSA records going back to 1969 show Covey has always been rare: it hit its high point in 1971 with just 8 babies given the name (rank #3720), and in the most recent data, 2024, it was given to 26 babies, landing at rank #4082.

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FAQ

What does the name Covey mean?

Covey is popularly thought to mean ‘a group of birds,’ from the English word for a flock. Covey is actually a pet form of the surname McCovey, and isn’t related to the word for a flock of birds.

How do you pronounce Covey?

Covey is pronounced KUH-vee (IPA: /ˈkʌvi/).

Is Covey a popular name right now?

Covey is near its all-time peak (#3720 in 1971), ranked #4082 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1969–2024.)

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