Mora Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MOH-rah //ˈmɔːrə//
Origin: Latin; Spanish
Meaning: Latin: 'blackberry'; Spanish: 'to delay'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mora has roots in multiple linguistic traditions, primarily deriving from the Latin word "mora," which means "delay" or "pause." This Latin term evolved into various forms in Romance languages, leading to its use in different cultures. In some instances, Mora is also linked to the Old Norse word "mora," meaning "berry" or "fruit," which reflects a connection to nature and the earth.
The path into English is less direct, as Mora has not been widely adopted as a given name in the English-speaking world, but it may appear in literary contexts or as a surname that has been anglicized over time. Historically, the name Mora has been associated with various cultural and religious figures.
In Christian contexts, it can be connected to saints or martyrs, although specific references are less prominent compared to other names. The name may also resonate with figures in folklore or literature, where it could symbolize qualities such as patience or the beauty of nature, drawing from its etymological roots.
The use of Mora in literature can be traced back to medieval texts, where names often carried significant meanings related to the characters' traits or destinies. Culturally, the name Mora has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing tranquility or a reflective nature.
In some cultures, it is associated with the concept of waiting or contemplation, which can be seen as a virtue. The name's simplicity and melodic quality contribute to its appeal, allowing it to endure in various forms.
While diminutives or related forms may exist, such as Morie or Moria, the name Mora itself stands out for its straightforwardness and connection to deeper meanings in language and culture.
Famous people named Mora
In this section, you will find notable people named Mora. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Mora who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Mora is a musician best known for her work in the band The Mamas and The Papas.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mora was first seen in the United States in 1881.
Mora has ranked as high as #9116 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Mora has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mora is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Mora was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Mora.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14 | 14 |
| 2024 | 13 | 13 |
| 2023 | 17 | 17 |
| 2022 | 19 | 19 |
| 2021 | 23 | 23 |
| 2020 | 15 | 15 |
| 2019 | 24 | 24 |
| 2018 | 19 | 19 |
| 2017 | 23 | 23 |
| 2016 | 20 | 20 |
| 2015 | 21 | 21 |
| 2014 | 14 | 14 |
| 2013 | 11 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 | 9 |
| 2011 | 14 | 14 |
| 2010 | 16 | 16 |
| 2009 | 14 | 14 |
| 2008 | 9 | 9 |
| 2007 | 14 | 14 |
| 2006 | 13 | 13 |
| 2005 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 | 9 |
| 2003 | 8 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 |
| 2000 | 7 | 7 |
| 1998 | 10 | 10 |
| 1996 | 11 | 11 |
| 1995 | 8 | 8 |
| 1994 | 9 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 | 8 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 | 9 |
| 1973 | 7 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1970 | 10 | 10 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 |
| 1967 | 10 | 10 |
| 1966 | 9 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1961 | 10 | 10 |
| 1960 | 7 | 7 |
| 1959 | 8 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 | 7 |
| 1955 | 8 | 8 |
| 1954 | 11 | 11 |
| 1952 | 8 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 | 7 |
| 1940 | 8 | 8 |
| 1939 | 7 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 |
| 1931 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 7 | 7 |
| 1928 | 9 | 9 |
| 1927 | 11 | 11 |
| 1925 | 5 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 | 6 |
| 1923 | 12 | 12 |
| 1921 | 12 | 12 |
| 1920 | 6 | 6 |
| 1919 | 12 | 12 |
| 1918 | 8 | 8 |
| 1917 | 17 | 17 |
| 1916 | 12 | 12 |
| 1915 | 13 | 13 |
| 1914 | 11 | 11 |
| 1913 | 7 | 7 |
| 1912 | 9 | 9 |
| 1911 | 7 | 7 |
| 1905 | 6 | 6 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 |
| 1902 | 7 | 7 |
| 1900 | 8 | 8 |
| 1897 | 6 | 6 |
| 1896 | 10 | 10 |
| 1895 | 6 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 | 5 |
| 1892 | 7 | 7 |
| 1891 | 7 | 7 |
| 1890 | 6 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 | 6 |
| 1887 | 10 | 10 |
| 1885 | 6 | 6 |
| 1881 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Mora
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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