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Norville

NOR-vil

Norville is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “A surname of English origin, derived from the Old English 'norr' meaning 'north' and 'hyll' meaning 'hill', thus 'north hill'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1925.

Letters8
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Norville Means

A surname of English origin, derived from the Old English 'norr' meaning 'north' and 'hyll' meaning 'hill', thus 'north hill'.

The Story of Norville

A friendly, adventurous name that feels like discovering a hidden village, a loyal companion for life's grand journey.

Norville is an English surname derived from the Old English 'norr' (north) and 'hyll' (hill), meaning 'north hill'. First appearing in 1913 and peaking in 1925, it evokes a sense of quirky charm and adventurous spirit.

This name evokes a loyal and friendly companion, someone who is always up for an adventure. You imagine your son as a steadfast presence, with a quirky charm that draws people in and a heart that is always true.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Norville

    A fictional character in the Scooby-Doo franchise, also known as Shaggy.

Personality Traits

QuirkyFriendlyAdventurousLoyal

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#14 in 1925

Total Births

324

First Recorded

1913

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