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Noreen

nor-EEN

Popularity

#6551

stable

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Irish

Total Births

20,074

Peak Year

#654 in 1948

First Recorded

1892

Style

Vintage, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

An Irish name, a diminutive of Nora, which is a short form of Honora, meaning 'honor'.

Nickname Watch

NoraRene

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

NoraRene

Spelling Variations

NorineNorreen

Similar Names

MaureenEileenColleenKathleen

Personality Traits

LoyalKindGentleGraceful

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