korby

Korby is a surname used by real individuals as well as a name for fictional characters. In popular culture, it is best known as the surname of Dr. Roger Korby, a fictional scientist in the Star Trek: The Original Series episode What Are Little Girls Made Of? The character is portrayed as a skilled archaeologist and engineer who uses advanced technology to create androids, including duplicates of himself, which drives the episode’s plot.

Outside of Star Trek, Korby appears as a real-world surname found in various countries. People with the surname have pursued a range of professions, but there is no single widely recognized figure bearing the name in public records.

The etymology and geographic distribution of Korby are not consistently documented in standard reference sources. The name may have multiple origins or transliterations depending on language and region. In contemporary usage, Korby is primarily encountered as a family name, with occasional appearances in fiction beyond Star Trek.