Kora vs Mavis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mavis

Girl #566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song thrush, songbird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
532
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mave, Mavie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kora Rank #491
Mavis Rank #566

Kora is more popular, ranked #491 vs #566 for Mavis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kora ___

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

Mavis ___

  • Mavis June
  • Mavis Pearl
  • Mavis Rose
  • Mavis Grace
  • Mavis Irene
  • Mavis Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kora

Nora Phoebe Iris Milo Rowan

If you choose Mavis

Hattie Clive Olive Clarence Blythe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kora or Mavis more popular?

Kora is more popular, ranked #491 compared to Mavis at #566 in the United States.

What do Kora and Mavis mean?

Kora means "maiden, young woman" (Greek origin). Mavis means "song thrush, songbird" (Old French origin).

Are Kora and Mavis boy or girl names?

Kora is primarily a girl name. Mavis is primarily a girl name.

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