Kora

Kora is used as a spelling of Cora, whose Greek root kore means “maiden.” Kore was also a title of Persephone in Greek mythology. The K spelling appears in German usage and gives the name a visual link to its Greek root. A separate masculine name spelled Kora exists in other traditions; its history should not be substituted for this feminine name.

Kora keeps Cora’s compact, two-syllable rhythm while changing its first impression on the page. Families can compare both spellings beside a surname before choosing. Nora and Thea offer similarly concise alternatives, while Corinna provides a longer name from the same Greek word family.