Cora vs Iona

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cora

Girl #102 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"maiden"

Origin: Greek

English American Scottish Irish

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Girl #2,771 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"island (of Saint Columba)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic place name

Scottish Irish Welsh British Christian

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Cora Rank #102

Iona Rank #2,771

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #2771 for Iona.

Is Cora or Iona more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Iona at #2771 in the United States.

What do Cora and Iona mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Iona means "island (of Saint Columba)" (Scottish Gaelic place name origin).

Are Cora and Iona boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Iona is primarily a girl name.