Girl name · Greek
Cora
“maiden (Persephone epithet)”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Cora.
Explore Cora further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Cora — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Cora derives from the Greek Kore — "maiden" — the tender epithet of Persephone herself, making every Cora secretly a spring goddess. James Fenimore Cooper gave it to his bravest heroine in The Last of the Mohicans.
Cora returned with the vintage revival (Downton Abbey's countess helped) and holds ninety-fifth place in 2024.
The name is small, round, and complete — a pearl with a myth inside. It pairs well with longer middles (Cora Evangeline, Cora Marguerite). On our vibe map it is Vintage Elegant holding Mythological credentials it rarely shows.
More Greek names
Cora sits in our Greek set — these share its roots.
All Greek names →Cora — common questions
Is Cora a boy or girl name?
Cora is traditionally a girl name of Greek origin. It ranked #113 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Cora mean?
Cora means “maiden (Persephone epithet)” of Greek origin. Cora derives from the Greek Kore — "maiden" — the tender epithet of Persephone herself, making every Cora secretly a spring goddess. James Fenimore Cooper gave it to his bravest heroine in The Last of the Mohicans.
Where does the name Cora come from?
Cora is Greek in origin. Cora returned with the vintage revival (Downton Abbey's countess helped) and holds ninety-fifth place in 2024.
What are common nicknames for Cora?
Cor — the short-forms parents most often use for Cora.
How popular is Cora?
Cora ranked #113 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which makes it familiar without being crowded.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Cora you might want for the nursery.