Cora vs Octavia

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
Octavia Rank #294

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #294 for Octavia.

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

Octavia ___

  • Octavia Rose
  • Octavia Jane
  • Octavia Claire
  • Octavia Blake
  • Octavia June
  • Octavia Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

If you choose Octavia

Cecilia Cordelia Sebastian Atticus Lyra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Octavia more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Octavia at #294 in the United States.

What do Cora and Octavia mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Octavia means "eighth" (Latin origin).

Are Cora and Octavia boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Octavia is primarily a girl name.

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