Rising since 2014, #3,712 for girls today.
Popularity of Jinora since 2014
Babies named Jinora per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 73 |
| 2020s | 288 |
Meaning & origin
Jinora is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2014, the same year the animated series 'The Legend of Korra' introduced a character of that name. The name has seen gradual growth in usage, with its peak year in 2022. As of 2025, it ranks 3,712th in popularity, with an incidence of about 1 in 40,182 births. The trajectory has been rising since 2014, indicating increasing but still rare adoption. Top states for the name include Florida and California, suggesting a trend toward unique, contemporary names in these regions. Jinora's etymology is unclear, but it fits a pattern of creative modern coinages that blend familiar sounds like 'Jin' and 'Nora.' Despite its recent origin, the name has carved out a small niche among parents seeking distinctive choices.
Jinora is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 2014. It may have been influenced by names like Jenna or Nora, combined with a fashionable 'J' and 'ora' ending. The name was popularized by a character in the animated series 'The Legend of Korra' (2014), though its origin is not definitively traced to any single source.
Where Jinora is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jin, Jinny, Nora
Sibling names for Jinora
Names that share Jinora's style, for a brother or sister.
