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Girl name

Cora

Cora is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “maiden.” It currently ranks #93 for US girls and is rising.

Meaning
Maiden.
Origin
Greek
US rank
#60
Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
C

Cora's popularity over time

↑ Rising
#93 in 2023Peak rank #71US SSA · girls
#1#64#127201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Cora

What does the name Cora mean?

Cora means "Maiden." and is of Greek origin.

Is Cora a boy or girl name?

Cora is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Cora?

Cora ranked #93 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #71).

How many syllables are in Cora?

Cora has 2 syllables and 4 letters.

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