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Cora

46 replies

FieryFlame · 19/08/2026 19:22

What do you think of the name Cora? Does it remind you of the film ‘Coraline’? I find the film to be creepy and do not want that to be the main association when people hear the name.

We’re also considering Coral (which I feel has a very similar vibe and is possibly more original/less common than Cora), but I am worried that will be confused for Carol (as often happens with names that look alike). I know someone named Caroline who is often mistakenly called Carolyn, so the concern is not unfounded.

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mamaduckbone · 19/08/2026 21:31

I like it and wouldn’t think of Coraline at all. I taught a fabulous young lady called Cora a few years back so my association is a positive one (which can be a rarity as a teacher!😂)

Boreded · 19/08/2026 21:15

I know someone with a baby Cora, I think it’s cute

pongos · 19/08/2026 21:14

In my youth I knew lady called Cora. She told me that she got her name after their dog Cora. Her father was disappointed that she was a girl.

Letsskidaddle · 19/08/2026 21:14

Love it! Also found Coraline creepy (those button eyes!!) I pronounce ‘Coraline’ like ‘corra’ but to me, Cora is more of an ‘oar’ sound, so I don’t associate the two at all.

It’s a really lovely, timeless name.

Not so keen on Coral.

HeddaGobbler · 19/08/2026 21:13

I love the name!

emuloc · 19/08/2026 21:12

Too harsh sounding for me personally, but as a pp pointed out, is a vintage sounding name. I would not associate it with anything, or anybody in particular.

HugoThatway · 19/08/2026 21:08

Is your surname Knappell?

Franxi · 19/08/2026 20:05

I know lots of little girls called Cora, it’s definitely having a resurgence, bit like Olivia did. I really like the name. I also like Coral too if you wanted something similar but less popular.

SunshineAndFizz · 19/08/2026 19:58

Love Cora.

And no doesn’t remind me of Coraline at all. Does make me think of Downton Abby (but that’s not a bad thing!)

Peanutlicious · 19/08/2026 19:57

What about Coralie?

Specialneedsnightmare · 19/08/2026 19:53

Coral is really unattractive imo. I've only met one and she was very elderly.

DramaAlpaca · 19/08/2026 19:30

It's nice. To me it has a lovely, elegant vintage feel. It's much nicer than Coral, which has a different vibe altogether.

BeachHairForLife · 19/08/2026 19:29

Lovely name...only makes me think of the Downton Abbey Mum!

Mulledjuice · 19/08/2026 19:28

Love it. Have loved it since I read Last of the Mohicans. I don't have any other associations. Never heard of "Coraline"

PancakeCloud · 19/08/2026 19:27

Like Cora. Think it’s having a bit of a moment.

Duckyfondant · 19/08/2026 19:27

Makes me think of an apple core. Agree Cara is much prettier

Specialneedsnightmare · 19/08/2026 19:27

I.prefer Cara.

Oneearringlost · 19/08/2026 19:26

I think Cora is lovely.

Firsttimebabymummy · 19/08/2026 19:26

Really like Cora! I don't associate with anything personally.

CeciliaMars · 19/08/2026 19:24

I like it.

mummysmagicmedicine · 19/08/2026 19:24

I love the name but for anyone following the Lindsey Clancy trial atm her little girl was called Cora I believe so to me just reminds me of that personaly

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