Cora vs Gemma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Cori, Corie

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Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gem

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Gemma Rank #203

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #203 for Gemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cora ___

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

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Gemma more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Cora and Gemma mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin).

Are Cora and Gemma boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Gemma is primarily a girl name.

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