Norman
Norman is a boy name of English origin meaning “Man from the north”, pronounced NOR-man. It ranked #1200 in the United States in 2025, given to 169 babies, and peaked at #36 in 1931. Common nicknames: Norm, Normy.
How popular is Norman in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Norman mean, and where does it come from?
Norman means northman — the Norse settlers of Normandy, who kept the name after they took England in 1066. It was already in use in England before the Conquest and became a given name in earnest in the nineteenth century, reaching 36th place for American boys in 1931. Its bearers give it an unusually wide range: Norman Mailer writing, Norman Rockwell painting, and Norman Borlaug, whose wheat is credited with saving perhaps a billion lives.
How is Norman used around the world?
Norman is used in 2 languages worldwide.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Norman?
Famous People Named Norman
- Norman Borlaug — American agronomist, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and father of the Green Revolution
- Norman Rockwell — American painter and illustrator
- Norman Mailer — American novelist and journalist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Norman mean?
Norman is a boy name of English origin meaning "Man from the north." Norman means northman — the Norse settlers of Normandy, who kept the name after they took England in 1066. It was already in use in England before the Conquest and became a given name in earnest in the nineteenth century, reaching 36th place for American boys in 1931.
How do you pronounce Norman?
Norman is pronounced NOR-man. Common variations include Normand, Normando, Norm.
Is Norman a boy name?
Yes, Norman is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Norm, Normy.