Kora Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kora has Greek origins, meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter.' It evolved from the Ancient Greek 'Korē' to its modern form. The name is often associated with beauty and independence, with no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent years and is viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Kora is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kora has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kora' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7943rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4322nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1646th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 567th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kora' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kora"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kora is derived from the Greek word 'korē,' which means 'maiden' or 'daughter.' In Greek mythology, Kora is another name for Persephone, the daughter of Demeter.
Meaning
maiden, daughter
Language Evolution
Korē (Ancient Greek), Kora (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
Kora has been used in various cultures and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cora, Korah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kora is perceived as a trendy and stylish name, often associated with artistic and independent traits.
Famous People
Koraun Mayfield, American actor, Kora, a character in various video games and literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kora"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kora"
"Kora" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7943rd of 19264 | 77 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4322nd of 27321 | 340 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1646th of 35406 | 1,961 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 567th of 30306 | 6,543 |
Regional Popularity of "Kora" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kora" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.23% 1110th/4582 |
48.45% 2502nd/5164 |
29.29% 2142nd/7313 |
24.51% 1829th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
9.79% 390th/3984 |
15.82% 710th/4487 |
9.26% 632nd/6822 |
9.32% 585th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kora"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kora" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.