Cora vs Nora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nora

Girl #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"woman of honor"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#22
Total SSA Count
6,128
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nor

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Popularity Comparison

Cora Rank #102
Nora Rank #22

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 vs #102 for Cora.

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

Nora ___

  • Nora Grace
  • Nora Jane
  • Nora Claire
  • Nora Rose
  • Nora Kate
  • Nora Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Nora more popular?

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Cora at #102 in the United States.

What do Cora and Nora mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Nora means "woman of honor" (Irish origin).

Are Cora and Nora boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Nora is primarily a girl name.

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