Kora is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1919 in 2005 with 101 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 682 births ranking #465. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 173.0%. In 2005, approximately 1 in every 18,294 girls born was named Kora. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.