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Marah vs Cora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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

Marah Rank #3,901
Cora Rank #102

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marah or Cora more popular?

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

What do Marah and Cora mean?

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

Are Marah and Cora boy or girl names?

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

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