Cora vs Ruth

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
Ruth Rank #172

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #172 for Ruth.

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

Ruth ___

  • Ruth Elise
  • Ruth Marie
  • Ruth Eleanor
  • Ruth Anne
  • Ruth Catherine
  • Ruth Abigail

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

If you choose Ruth

Naomi Esther Miriam Samuel Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Ruth more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Ruth at #172 in the United States.

What do Cora and Ruth mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Ruth means "vision of beauty" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cora and Ruth boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Ruth is primarily a girl name.

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