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The baby name Norma is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈnɔːrmə/ (NOR-muh).

Norma is Latin in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: /ˈnɔːrmə/ (NOR-muh)

What is the meaning of the name Norma ?

The baby name Norma is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈnɔːrmə/ (NOR-muh).

Norma is Latin in Origin.

Norma derives from Latin norma meaning “carpenter’s square; rule, pattern,” hence “standard” or “precept.” Some scholars also view it as a feminine counterpart of Norman, ultimately from Norse “Northman/Norseman,” yielding the alternative sense “woman from the North.” The constellation Norma, named in the 18th century for the carpenter’s square, reflects the Latin root.

As a given name, Norma gained wide currency after Bellini’s 1831 opera “Norma” (libretto by Felice Romani), spreading from Italy to France and the English-speaking world. It rose sharply in the United States in the 1920s–40s before declining after mid-century, while remaining familiar in Spanish-speaking countries and Italy. Variants and diminutives include Normita (Spanish), Normie (English), Normina (Scottish), and the Italianate Normetta; related male name Norman. The name carries a vintage, dignified tone with connotations of order, measure, and classic operatic drama.

Norma has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Norma

Norma Shearer Actor · Born 1902 · Canada Norma Shearer was a Canadian actor best known for her work in the 1930s. She gained fame for her roles in films like 'The Divorcee', 'Marie Antoinette', and 'The Women'. Her performances earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress, making her a significant figure in Hollywood's Golden Age. Norma Bengell Actor · Born 1935 · Brazil Norma Bengell was a Brazilian actress best known for her role in the film 'Os Cafajestes,' which was groundbreaking for its time. She also starred in 'The Hellbenders' and 'Planet of the Vampires,' showcasing her versatility across different genres. Her career spanned several decades, making her a prominent figure in Brazilian cinema. Norma Crane Actor · Born 1928 · United States Norma Crane was an American actress best known for her role as Golde in the classic film 'Fiddler on the Roof'. She brought warmth and depth to her character, making it one of her most memorable performances. Born in 1928, she contributed significantly to American theater and film.

Norma – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2001 #1 — 649
SV Girls 0 #9 10 458
SV 0 #11 1 283
AR Girls 0 #13 7,755 8,289
HN Girls 0 #14 23 884
KR Girls 0 #15 1 572
HN 0 #18 5 704
PR Girls 0 #19 272 3,171
BN 0 #32 1 2,297
NA 0 #33 1 2,537
MX Girls 0 #35 21,869 17,781
PE Girls 0 #36 9,981 14,861
ID 0 #39 1 2,238
PR 0 #39 17 1,497
BO Girls 0 #44 3,260 9,488
GT Girls 0 #51 1,437 7,500
EC Girls 0 #52 321 3,650
CY 0 #59 2 1,632
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
JM 0 #70 18 3,714
AO 0 #75 3 2,729
UY Girls 0 #75 1,654 6,731
JP 0 #77 1 4,057
SI 0 #79 2 1,612
EC 0 #83 33 2,502
CR Girls 0 #85 1,206 11,342
ID Girls 0 #86 13 3,319
BN Girls 0 #88 19 5,459
CL Girls 0 #97 5,018 14,098
MX 0 #100 586 8,339
QA 0 #104 3 7,011
PH 0 #106 5 5,607
AR 0 #107 81 2,915
PA Girls 0 #107 716 9,861
PA 0 #109 22 3,797
GT 0 #114 242 5,948
KW 0 #115 7 5,216
JM Girls 0 #116 174 7,507
CY Girls 0 #118 8 3,755
OM 0 #121 1 6,215
CR 0 #123 36 5,526
BO 0 #134 332 6,868
BW Girls 0 #136 13 4,216
PE 0 #136 202 6,350
Norway Girls 1974 #137 5 503
PH Girls 0 #137 319 13,098
JO 0 #138 3 2,158
MT Girls 0 #147 7 3,773
LT Boys 0 #151 1 2,166
UY 0 #151 27 2,477
BW Boys 0 #154 1 4,685
MY Girls 0 #166 2,101 24,821
Sweden Girls 2022 #176 4 1,568
SI Girls 0 #176 2 2,769
CO Girls 0 #177 5,054 16,140
AE 0 #180 8 10,220
LU Girls 0 #184 7 4,850
RU 0 #194 1 3,641
DK 0 #205 2 5,198
JP Girls 0 #206 40 6,592
NA Girls 0 #207 18 7,146
AO Girls 0 #217 1 4,575
MO Girls 0 #218 34 7,056
PS 0 #220 7 5,692
QA Girls 0 #220 97 15,378
AL Girls 0 #227 1 4,141
BG Girls 0 #231 1 3,559
MO Boys 0 #234 1 5,842
EC Boys 0 #241 6 3,322
GR Girls 0 #242 8 6,293
KW Girls 0 #242 302 19,177
PT 0 #244 7 4,161
LB 0 #248 637 13,263
AO Boys 0 #249 1 5,568
JO Girls 0 #254 73 7,570
SG 0 #260 10 11,010
CL 0 #264 163 6,867
TW Girls 0 #264 13 8,139
CO 0 #268 264 7,768
NG 0 #272 1 5,926
Spain Girls 0 #274 1,625 5,561
IL 0 #277 6 6,291
MY 0 #277 54 12,352
SA 0 #284 12 10,560
HR Girls 0 #289 6 3,687
DK Girls 0 #291 26 7,429
JM Boys 0 #292 2 6,876
Canada Girls 2010 #301 7 2,861
CZ Boys 0 #305 1 6,530
OM Girls 0 #311 86 15,987
BR 0 #312 34 5,969
IT Girls 0 #315 4,345 9,415
SD Girls 0 #331 15 7,678
MU Girls 0 #333 19 8,539
GH Girls 0 #336 2 6,973
CN Girls 0 #337 13 8,829
Spain 0 #342 111 2,326
CZ Girls 0 #344 8 5,378
HK 0 #351 7 8,483
AR Boys 0 #355 115 7,628
PL Girls 0 #360 5 5,096
GH Boys 0 #361 1 8,138
BR Girls 0 #366 1,040 12,708
NL 0 #378 14 2,481
Finland Girls 0 #379 13 1,368
EG 0 #383 18 6,387
UY Boys 0 #383 17 5,922
AE Girls 0 #388 166 20,968
JO Boys 0 #389 1 7,057
YE 0 #390 9 8,639
Austria Girls 0 #391 30 1,885
PH Boys 0 #400 9 11,440
ZA 0 #401 47 14,421
France Girls 2021 #402 4 3,185
BD Girls 0 #402 5 8,413
SA Girls 0 #404 621 25,931
PT Girls 0 #412 40 7,952
SY 0 #415 367 11,684
Germany 0 #423 15 2,542
PS Girls 0 #438 86 10,981
SG Girls 0 #442 146 18,916
GT Boys 0 #451 24 7,625
ZA Girls 0 #455 1,122 25,928
SD Boys 0 #465 2 10,523
PA Boys 0 #472 10 9,305
CR Boys 0 #477 11 10,188
BH 0 #480 74 17,937
IT 0 #480 247 4,183
RU Girls 0 #486 13 11,913
HK Girls 0 #487 129 16,104
IQ Girls 0 #517 9 11,303
LY 0 #526 10 12,703
RU Boys 0 #526 1 12,621
IL Girls 0 #529 89 11,648
IR Girls 0 #543 3 8,334
BO Boys 0 #547 46 9,244
CM Girls 0 #553 8 11,671
HK Boys 0 #556 2 12,905
IR Boys 0 #565 1 10,162
CM Boys 0 #575 1 12,054
CL Boys 0 #619 47 13,390
IL Boys 0 #624 2 10,983
IN Girls 0 #649 6 13,121
Germany Girls 0 #662 180 4,949
Finland Girls 2026 #669 70 3,895
EG Girls 0 #675 297 14,742
NL Girls 0 #714 246 5,933
MX Boys 0 #731 255 16,355
SG Boys 0 #735 5 17,960
BR Boys 0 #738 14 12,213
QA Boys 0 #741 3 18,093
PE Boys 0 #745 134 14,506
NG Girls 0 #768 19 15,093
KW Boys 0 #801 6 18,755
CO Boys 0 #846 75 15,656
United States Girls 2024 #850 67 8,487
TN 0 #862 4 13,765
EG Boys 0 #876 11 15,035
Spain Boys 0 #909 22 5,610
OM Boys 0 #915 4 17,948
NG Boys 0 #996 6 16,906
IN Boys 0 #1,039 1 16,750
MY Boys 0 #1,068 44 25,439
MA 0 #1,106 23 20,986
AE Boys 0 #1,140 4 22,615
ZA Boys 0 #1,160 19 25,619
DZ 0 #1,165 12 20,130
TR 0 #1,192 20 19,440
IT Boys 0 #1,437 35 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,590 25 28,008

Norma is popular in 83 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Ireland
United States
Sweden
Canada

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People also ask about Norma

Norma is predominantly a girl's name.
Norma is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈnɔːrmə/ (NOR-muh).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Normie and Normah.
Across languages, Norma has these equivalents: Norman (masculine counterpart), Nora / Norah (similar-sounding/related).
Yes, very popular — Norma ranked #1 in Ireland in 2001, and appears in official birth registries across 8 countries.
Norma ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2001).
Norma's popularity is rising. It moved from #411 in 2011 to #402 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 3 notable people named Norma are in our database, including Norma Shearer (Actor), Norma Bengell (Actor), Norma Crane (Actor).