Korra

Girl Name #1,186 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

The bold Avatar's name — elemental strength and grace

American English

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Meaning & Origin

"maiden, daughter"

Origin: Greek

Language: English

"spring goddess (Persephone's maiden name)"

Origin: Greek mythology

Language: English

The Story of Korra

Korra is primarily recognized as the name of the protagonist of Nickelodeon's animated series 'The Legend of Korra' (2012–2014), a sequel to Avatar: The Last Airbender. As a name, it is a variant of Cora, which comes from the Greek 'Kore' meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter' — the name given to Persephone, goddess of spring and queen of the underworld, before her abduction. The distinctive 'K' spelling and double-R give Korra a bold, singular identity beyond its classical roots.

Korra's rise is almost entirely attributable to the beloved animated series, which aired from 2012–2014 on Nickelodeon. The character is celebrated as one of animation's most powerful and complex female protagonists — a bold, bisexual woman of color who is the Avatar, master of all four elements. Parents who love the show have embraced the name as a tribute.

The character Korra broke new ground in animated television as a strong, bisexual protagonist of color in a major children's series. Her popularity made the name Korra associated with strength, resilience, and breaking barriers. The Greek root connects to Persephone, goddess of the seasons and renewal.

Fun Facts

Korra is the Avatar in The Legend of Korra (Nickelodeon, 2012–2014), a groundbreaking sequel to Avatar: The Last Airbender
The character Korra was one of the first bisexual protagonists of a major animated series aimed at children, confirmed in the series finale

Korra in Other Languages

Greek Κόρη

French Korra

Spanish Korra

Japanese コーラ

Famous People Named Korra

Korra (Avatar) Fictional

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Protagonist of Nickelodeon's The Legend of Korra (2012–2014), the Avatar from the Southern Water Tribe who masters all f...

Protagonist of Nickelodeon's The Legend of Korra (2012–2014), the Avatar from the Southern Water Tribe who masters all four elements and is celebrated as a groundbreaking animated character

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,186
Total SSA Count: 201
Cultural Origins: American English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Kor

Pairs Well With

Korra Jade Korra Mae Korra River Korra Storm Korra Sky Korra Blue

Sibling Names

Asami Zara Mako Atlas Senna Zion

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Frequently Asked Questions About Korra

What does the name Korra mean?

"maiden, daughter" (from Greek). "spring goddess (Persephone's maiden name)" (from Greek mythology). Korra is primarily recognized as the name of the protagonist of Nickelodeon's animated series 'The Legend of Korra' (2012–2014), a sequel to Avatar: The Last Airbender. As a name, it is a variant of Cora, which comes from the Greek 'Kore' meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter' — the name given to Persephone, goddess of spring and queen of the underworld, before her abduction. The distinctive 'K' spelling and double-R give Korra a bold, singular identity beyond its classical roots.

What is the origin of the name Korra?

Korra has Greek, Greek mythology, American, and English origins. In Greek, it means "maiden, daughter". In Greek mythology, it means "spring goddess (Persephone's maiden name)".

Is Korra a boy or girl name?

Korra is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Korra?

Korra is currently ranked #1186 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Korra?

Common nicknames for Korra include Kor.

What are good middle names for Korra?

Popular middle name pairings include Korra Jade, Korra Mae, Korra River, Korra Storm, Korra Sky, and Korra Blue.

What are good sibling names for Korra?

Names that pair well with Korra as siblings include Asami, Zara, Mako, Atlas, Senna, and Zion.

How many syllables does Korra have?

Korra has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Korra a common or rare name?

Korra is an uncommon name, ranked #1186 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Korra

Korra is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "maiden, daughter" in Greek .

Korra is currently ranked #1,186 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Korra has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Korra include Kor. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.