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The baby name Norman is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈnɔːrmən/ (NOR-mən).

Norman is Norse in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: Norse
Pronunciation: /ˈnɔːrmən/ (NOR-mən)

What is the meaning of the name Norman ?

The baby name Norman is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈnɔːrmən/ (NOR-mən).

Norman is Norse in Origin.

Norman derives from Old French Normant/Normand, ultimately from Old Norse norðmaðr, “northman,” a term used for Scandinavians who settled across Europe. Brought to England with the 11th‑century Norman elite, it began as an ethnonym and soon became a given name in medieval records. After waning, it saw a Victorian revival and gained broad currency in the English‑speaking world, peaking in the early to mid‑20th century before declining to a vintage choice today.

Common short forms are Norm and the affectionate Normie; the French variant is Normand, and a spelling Normen appears in German. In Scotland, Norman long served as the Englishing of the Gaelic Tormod (from Old Norse Þórmóðr), a traditional but etymologically distinct equivalent. Related feminine form Norma is often paired with it. The core meaning remains clear and evocative: “man from the North,” “Norseman,” or “Northerner.”

Norman has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Norman

Norman Mailer Actor · Born 1923 · United States Norman Mailer was an influential American author and journalist, best known for his novel 'The Naked and the Dead'. He also co-founded The Village Voice and wrote 'The Executioner's Song', which won the Pulitzer Prize. Norman Foster Actor|politician · Born 1903 · United States Norman Foster was an American actor and director best known for his work in the 1930s and 1940s. He starred in films like 'Skyscraper Souls' and directed several Charlie Chan and Mr. Moto films. His contributions to the film industry during that era remain significant. Norman Angell Politician · Born 1872 · United Kingdom Norman Angell was a British politician and author, most famous for his book 'The Great Illusion', which argued that war is economically and socially irrational. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1933 for his efforts in promoting peace and international understanding.
Norman Reedus Actor · Born 1969 · United States Norman Reedus is an American actor best known for his role as Daryl Dixon in the TV series The Walking Dead. He also starred in films like The Boondock Saints and its sequel. Born in 1969, Reedus has become a beloved figure in pop culture, especially for his work in the horror and thriller genres. Norman Jewison Actor · Born 1926 · Canada Norman Jewison is a Canadian filmmaker best known for directing the classic film 'In the Heat of the Night'. He also directed other notable films like 'Fiddler on the Roof' and 'Moonstruck', showcasing his versatility and talent in the film industry. Norman Wisdom Musician · Born 1915 · United Kingdom Norman Wisdom was a beloved British comedian and actor, best known for his slapstick roles in films like 'The Square Peg' and 'Trouble in Store'. He charmed audiences with his character Norman Pitkin, a clumsy but endearing underdog. Wisdom also had a successful music career, with songs like 'Don't Laugh at Me ('Cause I'm a Fool)'.

Celebrity babies named Norman

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Norman Powell Joan Blondell model ★★★★★

Norman – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Boys 1992 #1 — 371
FJ Boys 0 #17 1 603
NA 0 #27 7 2,537
BN 0 #32 1 2,297
EE 0 #37 1 1,051
MT 0 #41 3 1,767
MO 0 #50 3 2,706
PR 0 #52 4 1,497
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
PH 0 #72 25 5,607
JM 0 #76 12 3,714
JP 0 #76 2 4,057
MV Boys 0 #79 1 3,375
CN 0 #81 6 3,857
LT 0 #88 1 949
BW Boys 0 #94 56 4,685
TW 0 #99 5 4,523
QA 0 #103 4 7,011
OM 0 #106 11 6,215
JM Boys 0 #108 233 6,876
HU 0 #113 3 1,675
BN Boys 0 #114 20 6,332
BN Girls 0 #114 1 5,459
EC 0 #118 4 2,502
EE Boys 0 #119 7 2,087
KW 0 #119 3 5,216
CY Boys 0 #126 6 3,473
ID Boys 0 #129 7 4,130
PA 0 #130 9 3,797
IQ 0 #133 1 3,533
MU 0 #137 1 3,613
MT Boys 0 #141 36 4,064
HU Boys 0 #148 27 3,954
CR 0 #149 10 5,526
BW Girls 0 #150 2 4,216
ZA Boys 0 #153 4,214 25,619
PR Boys 0 #164 11 2,508
NA Boys 0 #171 65 6,830
PH Boys 0 #178 239 11,440
AE 0 #179 9 10,220
HR 0 #181 1 2,081
CZ 0 #186 1 3,154
TW Boys 0 #189 53 7,111
CR Boys 0 #190 485 10,188
Germany Boys 0 #190 2,362 5,697
RU 0 #192 3 3,641
AR 0 #193 1 2,915
MO Boys 0 #202 22 5,842
DK 0 #204 3 5,198
PL 0 #210 3 2,600
LU Boys 0 #214 7 4,970
AO Girls 0 #217 1 4,575
SG 0 #219 51 11,010
BG Boys 0 #220 1 3,850
PS 0 #223 4 5,692
EC Boys 0 #224 16 3,322
HU Girls 0 #225 1 3,308
IR 0 #231 1 4,221
NA Girls 0 #237 1 7,146
AO Boys 0 #244 6 5,568
GH 0 #245 4 5,396
HR Boys 0 #248 11 3,997
PT 0 #249 2 4,161
EC Girls 0 #258 1 3,650
MY 0 #263 68 12,352
IL 0 #264 11 6,291
NG 0 #270 3 5,926
GR Boys 0 #271 3 6,912
HK Boys 0 #273 350 12,905
AF Boys 0 #274 1 3,535
SA 0 #274 22 10,560
JM Girls 0 #275 4 7,507
CN Boys 0 #277 43 9,639
MY Boys 0 #285 1,559 25,439
HK 0 #288 61 8,483
Canada Boys 2024 #291 16 2,588
KZ Boys 0 #293 4 6,578
Germany 0 #298 145 2,542
JP Boys 0 #298 6 7,909
CZ Boys 0 #300 6 6,530
GT 0 #301 14 5,948
AL Boys 0 #303 1 5,122
PL Boys 0 #308 28 6,459
DK Boys 0 #315 11 7,401
ZA 0 #316 132 14,421
PE 0 #325 5 6,350
DK Girls 0 #329 1 7,429
SG Boys 0 #330 461 17,960
KZ Girls 0 #332 1 5,862
JO Girls 0 #334 6 7,570
MU Boys 0 #334 24 8,477
GH Girls 0 #337 1 6,973
QA Girls 0 #342 2 15,378
GH Boys 0 #353 9 8,138
CN Girls 0 #358 2 8,829
NL 0 #367 25 2,481
BO 0 #368 14 6,868
YE 0 #371 11 8,639
PA Boys 0 #373 109 9,305
PT Boys 0 #378 4 7,951
UY Boys 0 #378 22 5,922
GT Boys 0 #382 93 7,625
France Boys 2021 #385 3 2,865
CL 0 #389 23 6,867
JO Boys 0 #389 1 7,057
MX 0 #401 13 8,339
Austria Boys 0 #402 41 2,180
CO Boys 0 #405 802 15,656
EG 0 #410 3 6,387
AR Boys 0 #420 48 7,628
PH Girls 0 #423 7 13,098
OM Girls 0 #424 1 15,987
BO Boys 0 #432 168 9,244
CO 0 #434 47 7,768
CL Boys 0 #440 248 13,390
Spain 0 #440 13 2,326
SD Boys 0 #463 4 10,523
RU Boys 0 #481 25 12,621
IQ Girls 0 #491 14 11,303
PS Girls 0 #502 22 10,981
PS Boys 0 #508 41 10,655
PA Girls 0 #518 1 9,861
RU Girls 0 #519 5 11,913
LY 0 #524 12 12,703
BH 0 #531 23 17,937
UY Girls 0 #535 2 6,731
GT Girls 0 #538 4 7,500
IR Boys 0 #543 10 10,162
IR Girls 0 #545 1 8,334
KW Girls 0 #553 9 19,177
CR Girls 0 #567 7 11,342
CM Boys 0 #573 3 12,054
IL Boys 0 #576 32 10,983
AE Girls 0 #589 9 20,968
IL Girls 0 #596 22 11,648
BD Boys 0 #602 4 10,045
SY 0 #619 110 11,684
SG Girls 0 #628 5 18,916
AR Girls 0 #630 1 8,289
QA Boys 0 #630 78 18,093
IQ Boys 0 #644 24 13,071
LB 0 #647 12 13,263
HK Girls 0 #648 3 16,104
BO Girls 0 #650 2 9,488
PE Boys 0 #659 229 14,506
Finland Boys 2026 #666 17 3,552
IT 0 #671 44 4,183
KW Boys 0 #706 64 18,755
NL Boys 0 #709 247 5,873
Spain Boys 0 #722 212 5,610
MX Boys 0 #724 263 16,355
BR Boys 0 #734 18 12,213
United States Boys 2024 #745 148 7,044
NG Girls 0 #821 6 15,093
OM Boys 0 #827 55 17,948
Germany Girls 0 #829 10 4,949
TN 0 #859 7 13,765
EG Boys 0 #870 17 15,035
NG Boys 0 #882 70 16,906
SA Girls 0 #908 28 25,931
CL Girls 0 #915 1 14,098
IT Boys 0 #917 586 10,046
EG Girls 0 #935 25 14,742
MY Girls 0 #945 50 24,821
AE Boys 0 #960 133 22,615
BR Girls 0 #989 4 12,708
PE Girls 0 #1,010 1 14,861
IN Boys 0 #1,034 6 16,750
ZA Girls 0 #1,065 77 25,928
CO Girls 0 #1,068 11 16,140
MA 0 #1,079 50 20,986
SA Boys 0 #1,150 495 28,008
DZ 0 #1,164 13 20,130
MX Girls 0 #1,166 18 17,781
TR 0 #1,187 25 19,440
IT Girls 0 #1,434 13 9,415

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

France
Canada
Ireland
Scotland, United Kingdom
United States

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People also ask about Norman

Norman is predominantly a boy's name.
Norman is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈnɔːrmən/ (NOR-mən).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Norm, Normie, Normand, Normanno and Normanus.
Yes, very popular — Norman ranked #1 in Ireland in 1992, and appears in official birth registries across 7 countries.
Norman ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 1992).
Norman's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #407 in 2011 to #385 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 13 notable people named Norman are in our database, including Norman Mailer (Actor), Norman Foster (Actor|politician), Norman Angell (Politician).
Yes — at least 1 celebrity couple has chosen Norman for their child, including Joan Blondell.