NAME PROFILE
Norah
Norah is a name of Irish and Arabic origin, meaning 'honor' or 'light.' It carries a sense of brightness and respect, often associated with kindness and warmth. Norah embodies a gentle spirit that brings light into the lives of those around her.
Key Stats
| Total births | 33,998 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2017 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1924 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 28%CA — 25%PA — 16%VA — 16%MA — 16%
Notable People
Norah Jones (Singer, *Come Away With Me*) · Norah Fatehi (Dancer, Actress) · Norah Ephron (Screenwriter, *When Harry Met Sally*) · Norah O'Donnell (Journalist, CBS News) · Norah McClintock (Author, children's books)
Nicknames & Diminutives
NoraNorNori
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