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Cora vs Marah

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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Marah

Girl #3,901 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bitter, sorrow, grief"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,901
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Marah Rank #3,901

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #3901 for Marah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Marah more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Marah at #3901 in the United States.

What do Cora and Marah mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Marah means "bitter, sorrow, grief" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cora and Marah boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Marah is primarily a girl name.

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