Cora vs Nevaeh

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Nevaeh Rank #133

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #133 for Nevaeh.

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

Nevaeh ___

  • Nevaeh Grace
  • Nevaeh Rose
  • Nevaeh Faith
  • Nevaeh Hope
  • Nevaeh Joy
  • Nevaeh Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

If you choose Nevaeh

Serenity Destiny Genesis Heaven Harmony

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Nevaeh more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Nevaeh at #133 in the United States.

What do Cora and Nevaeh mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Nevaeh means "heaven (spelled backwards)" (American invented origin).

Are Cora and Nevaeh boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Nevaeh is primarily a girl name.

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