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Cora vs Elsie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elsie

Girl #155 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew (via Scottish)

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#155
Total SSA Count
1,901
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Elsie Rank #155

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #155 for Elsie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Elsie more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Elsie at #155 in the United States.

What do Cora and Elsie mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Elsie means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Scottish) origin).

Are Cora and Elsie boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Elsie is primarily a girl name.

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