Cora
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/ˈkɔːrə/
maiden; young woman
Etymology
'Cora' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'korē' (κόρη), where 'korē' meant 'maiden' or 'daughter'.
'Cora' developed as an English given name influenced by the Greek 'Kore' through classical and literary use (appearing in 18th–19th century English literature and usage), becoming established as the modern name 'Cora'.
Initially, it meant 'maiden' or 'daughter' in Greek; over time it evolved into its current primary use as a female given name in English.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a female given name derived from the Greek 'Kore', meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter'.
Cora smiled and waved at her friends.
Noun 2
an alternate name for the Greek goddess Persephone (Kore) in mythology.
In the myth, Cora was taken to the underworld.
Noun 3
a genus name in biology (e.g., Cora is a genus of lichen in some classifications).
Cora is a genus of lichen found in tropical regions.
Noun 4
a place name used for towns or communities (e.g., several small localities are named Cora).
They drove to Cora for the weekend.
Last updated: 2025/09/22 00:13