Tecora is a unique and captivating given name, of African origin, specifically from Nigeria. It is derived from the Yoruba language, where 'Te' means 'to have', and 'Cora' signifies 'beauty'. Thus, Tecora translates to 'having beauty'. This name offers a distinctive sound and rich cultural heritage, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Tecora experienced varying popularity over the century with peaks in certain years and a notable decline in others. The highest number of births recorded was 13 in 1929, while several years had only 5 births each. After a gap between 1955 and 1974, the name began to appear again with consistent frequency up until 2003. Overall, Tecora has seen a total of 199 births over these years.