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Dora vs Nora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dora

Girl #2,603 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Eastern European Hungarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,603
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Nora

Girl #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"woman of honor"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#22
Total SSA Count
6,128
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dora Rank #2,603
Nora Rank #22

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 vs #2603 for Dora.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dora or Nora more popular?

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Dora at #2603 in the United States.

What do Dora and Nora mean?

Dora means "gift" (Greek origin). Nora means "woman of honor" (Irish origin).

Are Dora and Nora boy or girl names?

Dora is primarily a girl name. Nora is primarily a girl name.

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