Holding steady.
Popularity of Katora since 1980
Babies named Katora per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 52 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 8 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Katora is a rare modern name, first recorded in 1980, with its peak year of use in 1992. It has never ranked in national popularity lists, indicating very low frequency. The name's trajectory is stable, meaning it has not experienced resurgences or dramatic declines. Its origins are unclear, but it appears to be a contemporary American invention, possibly inspired by other names like Catura. Parents drawn to Katora likely appreciate its distinctive sound and rarity.
Katora is a name of uncertain origin, likely a modern American coinage. It may have been derived from a respelling or elaboration of names like Katura or Catura, or invented for its pleasant sound. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the 1980s, with peak usage in 1992.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Katie, Tora
Sibling names for Katora
Names that share Katora's style, for a brother or sister.
