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Cora vs Lara

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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Lara

Girl #740 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bay laurel (victory)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Russian Italian Spanish English German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#740
Total SSA Count
379
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Lara Rank #740

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #740 for Lara.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Lara more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Lara at #740 in the United States.

What do Cora and Lara mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Lara means "bay laurel (victory)" (Latin origin).

Are Cora and Lara boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Lara is primarily a girl name.

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