Kora
girl name#490 in 2025Kora entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #465 in 2022, ranks #490 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1942–2025
#490
rank today
#465
peak (2022)
603
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4622 |
| 1960s | #6099 |
| 1970s | #7464 |
| 1980s | #6149 |
| 1990s | #3235 |
| 2000s | #1799 |
| 2010s | #772 |
| 2020s | #495 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kora has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 9,500 people named Kora are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kora is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kora in 2025?
- Kora ranks #490 among US girl names in 2025, with 603 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kora most popular?
- Kora peaked in 2022, reaching #465 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kora with classmates?
- Kora will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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