Elaine vs Kora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elaine

Girl #369 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#369
Total SSA Count
843
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Laney, El, Ellie

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Kora

Girl #491 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden, young woman"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#491
Total SSA Count
621
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ko, Kore

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Elaine Rank #369
Kora Rank #491

Elaine is more popular, ranked #369 vs #491 for Kora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elaine ___

  • Elaine Marie
  • Elaine Grace
  • Elaine Louise
  • Elaine Frances
  • Elaine Ruth
  • Elaine Joan

Kora ___

  • Kora Jean
  • Kora Mae
  • Kora Ann
  • Kora Belle
  • Kora Lee
  • Kora Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Elaine

Dorothy Helen Frances Robert Richard

If you choose Kora

Nora Phoebe Iris Milo Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elaine or Kora more popular?

Elaine is more popular, ranked #369 compared to Kora at #491 in the United States.

What do Elaine and Kora mean?

Elaine means "bright, shining light" (Greek origin). Kora means "maiden, young woman" (Greek origin).

Are Elaine and Kora boy or girl names?

Elaine is primarily a girl name. Kora is primarily a girl name.

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