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Norma

NOR-muh

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginLatin

The Story of Norma

Look to the north, where stars have guided sailors for millennia; this name, named for the polar star, awaits your child's steady gaze.

Norma, with its Latin roots meaning 'rule' or 'pattern,' also carries connotations of 'from the north.' It gained celestial significance as the name of the constellation Norma, and famously, Polaris, the North Star, is sometimes referred to as Stella Norma. The name traveled from classical antiquity, gaining footing in various European cultures and eventually finding its place in English-speaking countries, often associated with steadfastness.

When you speak the name 'Norma' aloud, it has a sound of quiet authority and dependable presence. It feels like a guiding star, a steady point in the changing landscape of life. You'll write it on important documents for your child, and it will feel like setting a strong, unwavering course.

What It Means

From the north. It's Latin, and also the name of a constellation.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Norma Shearer

    Canadian-American actress

  • Norma McCorvey

    Plaintiff in Roe v. Wade case

Personality Traits

IndependentStrongPracticalReserved

Peak Year

#8,796 in 1931

Total Births

279,251

First Recorded

1880

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