Cora vs Kaia

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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Kaia

Girl #180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"earth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian Hawaiian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#180
Total SSA Count
1,675
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kay, Kai

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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Kaia Rank #180

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #180 for Kaia.

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

Kaia ___

  • Kaia Rose
  • Kaia Jane
  • Kaia Marie
  • Kaia Grace
  • Kaia Lee
  • Kaia Simone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

If you choose Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Kaia more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Kaia at #180 in the United States.

What do Cora and Kaia mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin).

Are Cora and Kaia boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Kaia is primarily a girl name.

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