Dorothy vs Cora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dorothy

Girl #431 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #102 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"maiden"

Origin: Greek

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Dorothy Rank #431

Cora Rank #102

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #431 for Dorothy.

Is Dorothy or Cora more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Dorothy at #431 in the United States.

What do Dorothy and Cora mean?

Dorothy means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin).

Are Dorothy and Cora boy or girl names?

Dorothy is primarily a girl name. Cora is primarily a girl name.