Norman
Norman is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Northman or man from the north.
Origin and history
Norman originates from Old High German and Old French elements meaning 'man from the north', historically referencing the Norsemen or Vikings. It was introduced to England by the Normans in the 11th century and became a traditional English standard. In the United States, it peaked in popularity during the early to mid-20th century and remains a classic, recognizable name.
Popularity in the United States
253,160 babies in the United States have been named Norman since 1880. It ranks #152 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1093.
States where it is most popular
- NY (9.4 %)
- PA (7.1 %)
- CA (6 %)
- IL (5.5 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,235 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,891 |
| 1900-1910 | 3,178 |
| 1910-1920 | 25,033 |
| 1920-1930 | 49,364 |
| 1930-1940 | 49,987 |
| 1940-1950 | 42,164 |
| 1950-1960 | 33,749 |
| 1960-1970 | 22,753 |
| 1970-1980 | 9,885 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,853 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,439 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,071 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,590 |
| 2020-2029 | 968 |
Famous people named Norman
- Norman Rockwell: Painter, Illustrator
- Norman Lear: Producer, Screenwriter
- Norman Reedus: Actor
Nicknames
Norm, Normie
Fun facts
- The name was widely popularized in England following the Norman Conquest of 1066.
- Norman was a top 50 boy name in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s.