Cora vs Vivienne

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
Vivienne Rank #184

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #184 for Vivienne.

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

Vivienne ___

  • Vivienne Rose
  • Vivienne Claire
  • Vivienne Anne
  • Vivienne Grace
  • Vivienne Louise
  • Vivienne Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cora

Hazel Violet Jasper Emmett Nora

If you choose Vivienne

Sebastian Dorian Beatrice Theodore Arabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cora or Vivienne more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Vivienne at #184 in the United States.

What do Cora and Vivienne mean?

Cora means "maiden" (Greek origin). Vivienne means "alive, living" (Latin origin).

Are Cora and Vivienne boy or girl names?

Cora is primarily a girl name. Vivienne is primarily a girl name.

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