Kamora
Feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 3,897 living Americans carry the first name Kamora. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kamora today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kamora births was 2008 (288 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kamora. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Kamora is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 12 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
3.9K
~ 1 in 87,953 Americans
Peak year
2008
288 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,094
Tracked since 1979
Popularity
Kamora: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kamora from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 1,658 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kamora remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kamora by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kamora during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kamoras live
The SSA's state-level files cover 23 states and territories. Florida, Georgia, Texas recorded the most babies named Kamora, while Oklahoma, District of Columbia, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 137 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kamora
The name Kamora is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest languages in the world and has its roots in ancient India. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "kamara," which means "lotus flower."
In Hindu mythology, the lotus flower is a sacred symbol that represents purity, enlightenment, and spiritual awakening. It is often associated with deities such as Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and is considered a symbol of beauty and divinity.
The earliest recorded use of the name Kamora can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was mentioned as a name for female deities and goddesses. However, it is unclear exactly when the name became popular for use as a given name for individuals.
One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Kamora was a Hindu princess who lived in the 5th century CE. She was renowned for her beauty and intelligence, and is said to have been a patron of the arts and literature.
Another notable figure with the name Kamora was a Persian poet who lived in the 12th century CE. She was celebrated for her lyrical verse and is considered one of the most influential female poets of the medieval period.
In the 16th century, there was a famous Indian dancer named Kamora who was known for her grace and skill in the classical dance form of Kathak. She performed in the courts of Mughal emperors and was highly regarded for her artistry.
A more recent historical figure with the name Kamora was a 19th century Indian freedom fighter who participated in the struggle for independence from British rule. She is remembered for her bravery and dedication to the cause of Indian nationalism.
Lastly, in the early 20th century, there was a Kamora who was a renowned artist and sculptor in the Indian state of Bengal. Her works were highly praised for their intricate details and artistic expression, and she is considered a pioneer in the modern art movement of India.
People
Kamora + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kamora as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kamora: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kamora?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 3,897 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kamora going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 87,953 US residents.
Is Kamora a common name?
We classify Kamora as "Rare". It ranks above 95.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 3,932 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kamora most popular?
The single biggest year for Kamora was 2008, when 288 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kamora is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kamora a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kamora in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.