Cora vs Kimberly

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Kimberly Rank #247

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #247 for Kimberly.

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

Kimberly ___

  • Kimberly Ann
  • Kimberly Marie
  • Kimberly Grace
  • Kimberly Nicole
  • Kimberly Lee
  • Kimberly Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

If you choose Kimberly

Beverly Brittany Whitney Jennifer Tyler

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Kimberly more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Kimberly at #247 in the United States.

What do Cora and Kimberly mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Kimberly means "royal fortress meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Cora and Kimberly boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Kimberly is primarily a girl name.

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