Norman
Norman is of Old English and Norse origin, meaning 'man from the north' or 'Norseman.' It originally referred to the Vikings who settled in northern France (Normandy) and later conquered England in 1066.
Current Popularity
#1313 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Has a distinguished, intellectual quality with vintage charm
- •Popular in the mid-20th century, now considered a classic choice
- •Strong historical connection to the Norman Conquest of England
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Famous People
Norman Rockwell
Iconic American painter and illustrator
Norman Mailer
Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and journalist
Norman Lear
Legendary television producer and writer
Norman Reedus
Actor, known for The Walking Dead
Statistics
252,984
Total births since 1880
1928
Peak year
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