Cora Freeland

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cora Freeland — Greek
90K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cora Freeland is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Cora is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Cora is a given name with multiple origins. It was used by James Fenimore Cooper for a character in his 1826 novel The Last of the Mohicans. It is today most commonly viewed as a variant name derived from the Ancient Greek Κόρη (Kórē), an epithet of the Greek goddess Persephone. Alternatively, but rarely, it may be rooted in the Gaelic cora, the comparative of cóir, meaning just, honest, virtuous or good. Variant forms of this name include Kora and Korra. The current name Cora may be derived from a variety of origins. Its most prominent antecedents, however, lie in ancient Greece. The surname Freeland: Adam Freeland (born 1973), English music producer and DJ Alex Freeland (born 2001), American baseball player Blake Freeland (born 2000), American football player Chris Freeland (born 1969), American politician Chrystia Freeland (born 1968), Canadian author and politician Cynthia Freeland (born 1951), American philosopher of art Don Freeland (1925–2007), American race car driver Ewing Y. Cora is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 90K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Cora reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cora

Greek

Cora is a given name with multiple origins. It was used by James Fenimore Cooper for a character in his 1826 novel The Last of the Mohicans. It is today most commonly viewed as a variant name derived from the Ancient Greek Κόρη (Kórē), an epithet of the Greek goddess Persephone. Alternatively, but rarely, it may be rooted in the Gaelic cora, the comparative of cóir, meaning just, honest, virtuous or good. Variant forms of this name include Kora and Korra. The current name Cora may be derived from a variety of origins. Its most prominent antecedents, however, lie in ancient Greece.

Surname: Freeland

English

Adam Freeland (born 1973), English music producer and DJ Alex Freeland (born 2001), American baseball player Blake Freeland (born 2000), American football player Chris Freeland (born 1969), American politician Chrystia Freeland (born 1968), Canadian author and politician Cynthia Freeland (born 1951), American philosopher of art Don Freeland (1925–2007), American race car driver Ewing Y.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cora is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cora by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Cora Freeland

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cora Freeland:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cora?
The first name Cora originates from Greek. Cora is a given name with multiple origins. It was used by James Fenimore Cooper for a character in his 1826 novel The Last of the Mohicans. It is today most commonly viewed as a variant name derived from the Ancient Greek Κόρη (Kórē), an epithet of the Greek goddess Persephone. Alternatively, but rarely, it may be rooted in the Gaelic cora, the comparative of cóir, meaning just, honest, virtuous or good. Variant forms of this name include Kora and Korra. The current name Cora may be derived from a variety of origins. Its most prominent antecedents, however, lie in ancient Greece.
When was Cora most popular?
The name Cora reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Freeland?
The surname Freeland originates from English. Adam Freeland (born 1973), English music producer and DJ Alex Freeland (born 2001), American baseball player Blake Freeland (born 2000), American football player Chris Freeland (born 1969), American politician Chrystia Freeland (born 1968), Canadian author and politician Cynthia Freeland (born 1951), American philosopher of art Don Freeland (1925–2007), American race car driver Ewing Y.
What are the origins of the name Cora Freeland?
The name Cora Freeland combines two different traditions: the first name Cora has Greek roots, while the surname Freeland originates from English.
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