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Cora vs Kota

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cora

Girl #102 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#102
Total SSA Count
2,570
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kota

Girl #6,452 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"big happiness, great light"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Native American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,452
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Kota Rank #6,452

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #6452 for Kota.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Kota more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Kota at #6452 in the United States.

What do Cora and Kota mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Kota means "big happiness, great light" (Japanese origin).

Are Cora and Kota boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Kota is primarily a girl name.

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