Cora

Meaning of Cora

The name Cora comes from the Greek word for 'maiden' or 'young woman'. It suggests youthfulness and purity.

Cora has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Cora

Cora has cooled off, slipping to #113 in 2025, down from a peak of #71 in 2019.

Notable people named Cora

• Cora Schumacher
  German racing driver and TV personality
• Cora Reilly
  Irish romance novelist
• Cora Jade
  American professional wrestler
• Cora E.
  German rapper and songwriter
• Cora Du Bois
  American anthropologist and ethnologist

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Questions about the name Cora

What does the name Cora mean?

Cora means the name cora comes from the greek word for 'maiden' or 'young woman'. it suggests youthfulness and purity, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Cora a boy's or a girl's name?

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

How popular is the name Cora?

In 2025, Cora ranked #113 for girls, down from #102 the year before.

When was Cora most popular?

Cora peaked at #71 in 2019.