Kora
Kora is a girl name that ranked #490 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1942. Its best recorded rank was #462 in 2022.
Latest rank
#490
Peak rank
#462
Reached in 2022
Total recorded usage
6,424
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1942
What To Know About Kora
Kora is a girl name that balances familiarity with character. Its English roots provide a sense of heritage, while its modern usage keeps it feeling current and approachable.
Kora is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Kora appearing in official records as far back as 1942, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #462 in 2022, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: KORA
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.