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Loretta vs Cora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Loretta

Girl #677 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel, victory crown"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian American English Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#677
Total SSA Count
422
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Loretta Rank #677
Cora Rank #102

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #677 for Loretta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loretta or Cora more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Loretta at #677 in the United States.

What do Loretta and Cora mean?

Loretta means "laurel, victory crown" (Latin origin). Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin).

Are Loretta and Cora boy or girl names?

Loretta is primarily a girl name. Cora is primarily a girl name.

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