Sora Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSOH-rah / /ˈsoʊrə/Japanese; Korean
Meaning
sky (Japanese); dawn (Korean)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, 'Sora' is often associated with nature and the vastness of the sky, symbolizing freedom and tranquility. In Korean, 'Sora' can refer to the dawn, representing new beginnings and hope. Both cultures value the beauty and significance of these natural elements.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sorah
- Sore
- Sor
International Variants
- Sora (Japanese)
- Sora (Korean)
Famous people named Sora
Sora Aoi — Japanese actress.
Sora Yoshimoto — Japanese musician.
Fictional characters named Sora
Sora — Kingdom Hearts.
Sora — Digimon.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sora was first seen in the United States in 2004. Sora has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Minnesota, New York, and Oregon. In the past 5 years the name Sora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sora (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 77 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 62 |