Kora: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KOR-uh · 2 syllables
Kora means “maiden”, from English.
A given name, modern or (rare) German variant of Cora.
- Meaning
- maiden
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- KOR-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #490
- US babies a year
- about 620 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Modern, Rising
How popular is Kora?
Kora was the #490 name in the US in 2025, given to 603 babies. It’s rising: up 81% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #490 |
| Scotland | #765 |
| Australia | #432 |
How old are people named Kora?
Half of US adults named Kora are older than 25; most are between 18 and 46. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Kora
What does the name Kora mean?
Kora means “maiden”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Kora?
Kora is pronounced KOR-uh.
How popular is the name Kora?
Kora was the #490 name in the US in 2025, given to 603 babies. It’s rising: up 81% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Kora?
Half of US adults named Kora are older than 25. Most are between 18 and 46.