Norene
Norene is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Honor or light.
Origin and history
Norene is an Anglicized variant of the Irish name Nora or Nórín, ultimately derived from Honora (meaning 'honor') or Eleanor. It gained popularity in the early-to-mid 20th century in the United States, though it is rarely given to newborn girls today. The name offers a classic, vintage feel with Celtic roots.
Popularity in the United States
4,790 babies in the United States have been named Norene since 1880. It ranks #2529 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MI (16.9 %)
- CA (12.7 %)
- IL (12.3 %)
- NY (11.5 %)
- PA (9.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 48 |
| 1900-1910 | 148 |
| 1910-1920 | 629 |
| 1920-1930 | 869 |
| 1930-1940 | 948 |
| 1940-1950 | 982 |
| 1950-1960 | 676 |
| 1960-1970 | 329 |
| 1970-1980 | 85 |
| 1980-1990 | 29 |
| 1990-2000 | 29 |
| 2000-2010 | 13 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Nori, Reenie, Nora
Fun facts
- Norene originated as an Anglicized spelling of Nórín, a Gaelic diminutive of Nora or Honora.
- The name reached its highest popularity in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s.