Nora Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNOR-uh / /ˈnɔːrə/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: honor; Latin: light
Historical & Cultural Background
Nora is often considered a diminutive of Eleanor or Honora. It has roots in both Irish and Latin cultures. In Ireland, it has been a popular name for centuries, often associated with nobility and honor. The name has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in the English-speaking world.
Trend Summary
Nora has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Norah
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Nora (Spanish)
- Nóra (Hungarian)
Famous people named Nora
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nora was first seen in the United States in 1880. Nora has ranked as high as #873 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in District of Columbia, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Nora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nora (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 8 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 11 |
| 1906 | 10 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2020 | 6 |