Bora
Meaning of Bora
Bora is a unisex given name with diverse etymological roots and cultural associations. In Albanian (baw-rah), it derives from borë, meaning “snow,” while in Turkish and Croatian (both boh-rah) it conveys “storm” or “gale,” and in Korean (boh-rah) it signifies the color purple. The name also recalls the Adriatic bora wind, historically noted by Roman mariners along Latin coastlines. In the United States, Bora first entered Social Security records in 1989 and, after intermittent appearances through the 1990s and early 2000s, has stabilized in recent years at roughly 10 to 20 births annually—peaking at twenty in 2021–22 and consistently ranking in the low 900s; in 2024 it placed No. 940 with ten newborns. This steady, cross-cultural presence underscores its appeal to parents seeking a concise, globally resonant name.
Pronunciation
Albanian
- Pronunced as baw-rah (/baʀa/)
Turkish
- Pronunced as boh-rah (/boʀa/)
Croatian
- Pronunced as boh-rah (/bɔra/)
Korean
- Pronunced as boh-rah (/pʌɾa/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Bora
| Bora Đorđević - Borisav "Bora" Djordjevic was a Serbian rock singer, songwriter and poet best known as the frontman of Riblja Corba. |
| Bora Milutinović - Velibor Milutinovic, known as Bora, is a Serbian former professional footballer and manager. |
| Bora Ćosić - Bora Cosic is an acclaimed novelist and essayist known for his award-winning fiction and outspoken opposition to Serbian nationalism. |
| Bora Todorović - Bora Todorovic was a Serbian actor, the younger brother of actress Mira Stupica and father of actor Srdjan Todorovic. |
| Bora Dugić - Borislav Dugic is a Serbian flautist known for his many recordings and concert performances. |
