Normand
Normand is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Northman or person from Normandy.
Origin and history
Normand is a traditional French name derived from the Germanic elements for 'north' and 'man', referring to a person from Normandy or a Norseman. It was moderately used in the United States throughout the 20th century, particularly in French-American communities. Today, it is an uncommon classical choice with traditional roots.
Popularity in the United States
5,831 babies in the United States have been named Normand since 1880. It ranks #1587 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MA (38 %)
- RI (24.4 %)
- ME (19.4 %)
- NH (13.5 %)
- CT (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 292 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,514 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,549 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,008 |
| 1950-1960 | 769 |
| 1960-1970 | 431 |
| 1970-1980 | 156 |
| 1980-1990 | 86 |
| 1990-2000 | 20 |
| 2000-2010 | 6 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Normand
- Normand Lockwood: Composer, Educator
Nicknames
Norm, Normie
Fun facts
- The name originally denoted Viking settlers who established themselves in northern France, an area that became known as Normandy.
- Normand saw its highest usage in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century.