Ora Gough

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ora Gough — English
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ora Gough is a name that combines English origins. The first name Ora is a feminine given name of English origin. Ora is the given name of: Ora Alexander (fl. early 1930s), American classic female blues singer Ora Anlen (1944–2022), Israeli Paralympic athlete in various sports Ora Carew (1893–1955), American silent film actress Ora Collard (1902–1961), American businessman and politician Ora Graves (1896–1961), US Navy sailor and Medal of Honor recipient Ora Haibe (1887–1970), American race car driver Ora Kedem (1924–2026), Austrian-born Israeli chemist and academic Ora Larthard (1889–1974), American cellist Ora Lassila, Finnish computer scientist Ora McMurry, United States Army Air Service pilot during W. The surname Gough: Gough ( GOF) is a surname. The surname may derive from the Welsh coch (English: "red"), possibly given as a nickname to someone with red hair or a red complexion. Another possible derivation is that it was a reduced form of the Irish McGough which itself is an Anglicized form of Gaelic Mag Eochadha, a patronymic from the personal name Eochaidh (variant Eachaidh), "horseman", both derivatives of Irish each "horse". Ora is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 42K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ora reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ora

English

Ora is the given name of: Ora Alexander (fl. early 1930s), American classic female blues singer Ora Anlen (1944–2022), Israeli Paralympic athlete in various sports Ora Carew (1893–1955), American silent film actress Ora Collard (1902–1961), American businessman and politician Ora Graves (1896–1961), US Navy sailor and Medal of Honor recipient Ora Haibe (1887–1970), American race car driver Ora Kedem (1924–2026), Austrian-born Israeli chemist and academic Ora Larthard (1889–1974), American cellist Ora Lassila, Finnish computer scientist Ora McMurry, United States Army Air Service pilot during W.

Surname: Gough

Celtic

Gough ( GOF) is a surname. The surname may derive from the Welsh coch (English: "red"), possibly given as a nickname to someone with red hair or a red complexion. Another possible derivation is that it was a reduced form of the Irish McGough which itself is an Anglicized form of Gaelic Mag Eochadha, a patronymic from the personal name Eochaidh (variant Eachaidh), "horseman", both derivatives of Irish each "horse".

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

1900s
1910s
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1930s
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Notable People Named Ora Gough

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 Ora Gough:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Ora?
The first name Ora originates from English. Ora is the given name of: Ora Alexander (fl. early 1930s), American classic female blues singer Ora Anlen (1944–2022), Israeli Paralympic athlete in various sports Ora Carew (1893–1955), American silent film actress Ora Collard (1902–1961), American businessman and politician Ora Graves (1896–1961), US Navy sailor and Medal of Honor recipient Ora Haibe (1887–1970), American race car driver Ora Kedem (1924–2026), Austrian-born Israeli chemist and academic Ora Larthard (1889–1974), American cellist Ora Lassila, Finnish computer scientist Ora McMurry, United States Army Air Service pilot during W.
When was Ora most popular?
The name Ora reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gough?
The surname Gough originates from Celtic. Gough ( GOF) is a surname. The surname may derive from the Welsh coch (English: "red"), possibly given as a nickname to someone with red hair or a red complexion. Another possible derivation is that it was a reduced form of the Irish McGough which itself is an Anglicized form of Gaelic Mag Eochadha, a patronymic from the personal name Eochaidh (variant Eachaidh), "horseman", both derivatives of Irish each "horse".
What are the origins of the name Ora Gough?
The name Ora Gough combines two different traditions: the first name Ora has English roots, while the surname Gough originates from Celtic.
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