Gamora
A girl's name of Literary origin with 20 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Only 20 babies have been named Gamora in recorded U.S. history. That level of rarity means your child would almost certainly be the only one in their school, their workplace, and most rooms they walk into — a genuinely one-of-a-kind choice.
In the most recent SSA release, Gamora ranks #14003 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Gamora is a girl's baby name drawn from popular culture — specifically from Marvel Comics and the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, where Gamora is a fierce, green-skinned warrior played by Zoe Saldaña. The name may have roots in the biblical Gomorrah (Hebrew: ʿAmōrāh), though in Marvel's universe it was invented for the character.
Gamora represents the trend of superhero names entering real baby naming. Parents who choose it are clearly signaling their Marvel fandom, and the character's strength and complexity give the name a powerful, independent association.
EtymologyShow more
Gamora first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2019. A twenty-first-century entry, Gamora belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.
Its Literary classification suggests a path from literary linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Gamora has 3+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2019.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 12 | #14033 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 8 | #11719 | — |
The Story of Gamora
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2019, Gamora is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Gamora are most likely born between 2019 and 2024.
How rare is Gamora?
Only about 1 in every 600,000 babies born in 2024 was named Gamora — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2019, peaked in the 2020s with 12 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(3 years, 2019–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | #14003 |
| 2021 | 6 | #14063 |
| 2019 | 8 | #11719 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2019–2024