Holding steady.
Popularity of Lacora since 1974
Babies named Lacora per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 20 |
| 1980s | 74 |
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 14 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lacora is an exceedingly rare name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1974. Despite never ranking in the national top 1,000, it saw its highest usage in 1988, after which it has remained stable but infrequent. The name is almost certainly a modern invention, capitalizing on the fashionable "La-" prefix common in the 1970s and 1980s, paired with the classic name Cora. Lacking a traditional etymology or ties to a specific culture, Lacora offers a unique and distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a modern, melodic sound.
Lacora is a rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 1974. It likely originated as a creative combination of the popular prefix "La-" (seen in names like LaToya and Lashawn) with the name Cora, or possibly as a variant of the invented name Lacora. The name has never entered widespread use, with its peak year being 1988.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cora, Lala
Variants: LaCora
Sibling names for Lacora
Names that share Lacora's style, for a brother or sister.
