Kora is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1362 in 2025 with 23 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 29 births ranking #1160. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 475.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 11,012 girls born was named Kora. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Kora is a clean modern spelling of Cora and carries the Greek idea of a maiden or young woman. It feels bright and simple with a slightly more contemporary edge than the traditional spelling.
The older root comes from Kore, a title associated with Persephone in Greek mythology. Kora rose as parents began revisiting classic names but with fresher-looking spellings.