Norma
Norma is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'norma' meaning 'rule' or 'pattern,' suggesting someone who sets a standard. The name gained popularity through Bellini's 1831 opera 'Norma' about a druidess priestess.
Current Popularity
#2012 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Strong vintage charm with mid-century peak popularity
- •Associated with strength and standards through its Latin meaning
- •Cross-cultural appeal with recognition in English, Spanish, and Italian-speaking countries
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Statistics
278,071
Total births since 1880
1931
Peak year
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