Aubrey vs Cora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aubrey

Girl #130 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elf ruler, supernatural power"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#130
Total SSA Count
2,209
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aubs, Bree

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aubrey Rank #130
Cora Rank #102

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #130 for Aubrey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aubrey ___

  • Aubrey Grace
  • Aubrey Rose
  • Aubrey Mae
  • Aubrey Claire
  • Aubrey Elise
  • Aubrey Jade

Cora ___

  • Cora Jane
  • Cora Mae
  • Cora Louise
  • Cora Belle
  • Cora Anne
  • Cora Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aubrey

Avery Hadley Finley Quinn Emerson

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aubrey or Cora more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Aubrey at #130 in the United States.

What do Aubrey and Cora mean?

Aubrey means "elf ruler, supernatural power" (Germanic origin). Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin).

Are Aubrey and Cora boy or girl names?

Aubrey is primarily a girl name. Cora is primarily a girl name.

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