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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Sky
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- SOH-rah
Sora is a gender-neutral name of Japanese origin, pronounced SOH-rah, and it means "sky." It has a clean, modern feel with an outdoorsy, nature-inspired streak, which makes it a good fit if you want something simple that still points to the outdoors.
Meaning & Origin of Sora
Meaning: Sky.
Origin: Japanese.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Sora
SOH-rahIPA /ˈsoʊrə/
Popularity of Sora
Sora ranked #1972 in 2024 with 100 babies given the name, just down from its peak of #1863 in 2023, when 108 babies were named Sora. Social Security records for the name run from 1972 through 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Sora mean?
Sky. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Sora?
Sora is pronounced SOH-rah (IPA: /ˈsoʊrə/).
Is Sora a popular name right now?
Sora is near its all-time peak (#1863 in 2023), ranked #1972 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1972–2024.)
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