Cora Winn

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cora Winn — Greek
90K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cora Winn 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 Winn: A. M. Winn (1810–1883), American politician Alan Winn (born 1996), American soccer player Alexander Winn (born 1986), American machinima filmmaker Anona Winn (1904–1994), Australian-born actress Ashley Winn (born 1985), American footballer Beatrice Winn Berlin (1922–1999) American printmaker, painter, and teacher Billy Winn (1909–1938), American racing driver Billy Winn (American football) (born 1989), American football player Bruce Winn (1959–2012), American ceramist Chris Winn (1926–2017), English rugby union player and cricketer Cole Winn (born 1999), American baseball player Coralie Winn, . 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: Winn

English

A. M. Winn (1810–1883), American politician Alan Winn (born 1996), American soccer player Alexander Winn (born 1986), American machinima filmmaker Anona Winn (1904–1994), Australian-born actress Ashley Winn (born 1985), American footballer Beatrice Winn Berlin (1922–1999) American printmaker, painter, and teacher Billy Winn (1909–1938), American racing driver Billy Winn (American football) (born 1989), American football player Bruce Winn (1959–2012), American ceramist Chris Winn (1926–2017), English rugby union player and cricketer Cole Winn (born 1999), American baseball player Coralie Winn, .

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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 Winn

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 Winn:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Winn?
The surname Winn originates from English. A. M. Winn (1810–1883), American politician Alan Winn (born 1996), American soccer player Alexander Winn (born 1986), American machinima filmmaker Anona Winn (1904–1994), Australian-born actress Ashley Winn (born 1985), American footballer Beatrice Winn Berlin (1922–1999) American printmaker, painter, and teacher Billy Winn (1909–1938), American racing driver Billy Winn (American football) (born 1989), American football player Bruce Winn (1959–2012), American ceramist Chris Winn (1926–2017), English rugby union player and cricketer Cole Winn (born 1999), American baseball player Coralie Winn, .
What are the origins of the name Cora Winn?
The name Cora Winn combines two different traditions: the first name Cora has Greek roots, while the surname Winn originates from English.
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