NAME PROFILE
Norma
Norma is derived from Latin, meaning 'rule' or 'standard.' It conveys a sense of stability and authority, embodying qualities of leadership and reliability. People named Norma often exude confidence and a nurturing spirit, making them both dependable friends and inspiring figures.
Key Stats
| Total births | 279,349 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1931 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 23%CA — 22%NY — 19%IL — 18%FL — 18%
Notable People
Norma McCorvey (Jane Roe in *Roe v. Wade* case) · Norma Jean (Marilyn Monroe, actress and model) · Norma Desmond (fictional character in *Sunset Boulevard*) · Norma Kamali (fashion designer) · Norma Aleandro (Argentinian actress)
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