Pandora
- Pronunciation
- [Pan-do-ra]
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Myth Name (Released Misery And Hope Into The World)
- Origin
- Greek
Pandora Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 3,094 baby girls have been named Pandora. The name peaked in 1952 with 132 US births that year (rank #784). In 2024, ranked #3857 nationally — 3,073 places below its 1952 peak.
Top States for Pandora
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Pandora births are: California (144), New York (112), North Carolina (84).
Other Greek-Origin Names Like Pandora
If you like Pandora's Greek origin, consider these related names: Abdera, Abderus, Absyrtus, Abydos, Acantha. Browse all Greek names →
7-Letter Names Starting with P
Names with Pandora's exact length and starting letter: Pacorro, Padgett, Padraic, Padraig, Padriac.
Quick Facts About Pandora
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dora | Gift | Female | Greek |
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Compare Pandora to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Pandora against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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