Cora
Meaning of Cora
The name Cora is a charming and timeless choice for a baby girl. With its roots in Greek mythology, Cora is derived from the Greek word "Kore," meaning "maiden" or "daughter." It is often associated with Persephone, the goddess of spring and the underworld, who was also known as Kore before her abduction by Hades. Pronounced as KAWR-uh or KOR-uh, this name exudes simplicity and elegance. Over the years, Cora has maintained steady popularity in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 500 names since records began in 1880. In recent years, it has seen a resurgence in popularity, climbing to rank 93 in 2023. Variations of this lovely name include Coraline and Coral, offering parents a range of options while retaining its classic appeal. Whether you are drawn to its mythological origins or its modern-day charm, Cora remains an enduring favorite that continues to captivate hearts across generations.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as KAWR-uh (/'kɔːrə/)
American English
- Pronunced as KOR-uh (/'kɔrə/)
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Notable People Named Cora
| Dr. Cora Sternberg is an internationally respected American medical oncologist known for her expertise in genitourinary oncology, new drug development, and precision medicine, with a strong track record of leadership and collaboration in practice-changing clinical trials. |
| Brianna Coda, also known as Cora Jade, is an American professional wrestler signed to WWE's NXT brand and a former NXT Women's Tag Team Champion. |
| Cora Staunton is a versatile Irish sportswoman known for her success in Gaelic football, soccer, rugby, and Australian rules football, as well as her work as a HSE liaison officer. |
| Cora Bissett is a versatile Scottish theatre director, playwright, actor, and musician known for her work on various productions and her role as an associate director at the National Theatre of Scotland. |
| Cora Lenore Williams was a pioneering writer and educator who founded the A-Zed School and the Institute for Creative Development, later renamed Williams College, in Berkeley, California. |
| Cora Belle Brewster was an American physician, surgeon, and medical writer who co-founded two medical journals with her sister. |
| Cora Mae Bryant, daughter of blues musician Curley Weaver, was an American blues musician who released two solo albums on the Music Maker label. |
| Cora Lily Woodard Aycock was an American political hostess, farmer, and railway executive who served as the First Lady of North Carolina from 1901 to 1905, known for her support of her husband's educational reforms and for giving birth at the executive mansion. |
| Cora Sherlock is an Irish writer, blogger, and campaigner known for her involvement in the anti-abortion movement and her recognition in the BBC's 100 Women series. |
| Cora Millet-Robinet was a renowned French agricultural innovator, silk producer, and author of The French Country Housewife handbook. |
| Cora Ratto de Sadosky - Corina (Cora) Eloísa Ratto de Sadosky was an Argentine mathematician, educator, and activist known for her support of human and women's rights, as well as her contributions to the anti-fascist movement and mathematics education. |
| Cora Berliner, a pioneering economist and social scientist, was a victim of the Nazi regime and made significant contributions to the field of social work. |
| Cora Thomasina Walker was a pioneering Harlem lawyer and one of the first black women to practice law in New York. |
| Cora Kelley Ward was an influential Abstract Expressionist painter and photographer known for her work in the New York City art scene from the 1950s to the 1980s. |
| Cora Wilson Stewart was a pioneering American educator and social reformer known for her efforts to eradicate adult illiteracy, including the establishment of Moonlight Schools across the United States. |
