Khora

“Khora is a name used in various cultures with different adaptations”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10812US 2022

9Births / yr

↓Falling

58All-time births

📅 Since 199900

What does Khora mean and where does it come from?

Khora is a name used in various cultures with different adaptations. In Greek philosophy, 'Khora' is a term used by Plato to describe a space or receptacle that is neither existence nor non-existence. This name might not be very common but carries significant philosophical connotations.

Cultural significance

Khora has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #9487 in 2018 — currently #10812 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khora?

Khora works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Khora Grace

How popular is Khora right now?

Falling — down 102 spots — currently #10812 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2022#10812 · Top 8.0%

2015

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10812	9	▼ down 102
2021	#10710	9	▲ up 831 · +13% births
2020	#11541	8	▲ up 2226 · +14% births
2015	#13767	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khora

Best Year2021Rank #10710

Peak Count9

Average Rank#11708

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20224 years

The story of Khora

Khora is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 58 total births recorded, Khora remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13767 in 2015 to #10812 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Khora in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Khora by decade

Khora peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2010s ★	45
2020s	8

💎Khora has only 58 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khora?

Common

KhoKhorKhorieKhory

What names sound and feel like Khora?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Khora also consider these

Kmora

American · Unknown

Thora

Scandinavia · thunder

Greece · Green, pale green

Khyra

American · Arabic

Khira

Middle Eastern · kernel, seed

Cora

English · maiden, daughter

Common questions about the name Khora

What does the name Khora mean?

Khora means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Khora?

Khora is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Khora have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Khora?

Khora originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Khora trending right now?

Khora is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Khora a common or rare name?

Khora is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.