| Meaning | northman, man from the north |
| Origin | German, Norse, Scandinavian |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Nor-man |
About Norman
Norman is a classic and enduring baby boy name with a rich history and a strong sense of heritage. With its Germanic origins, Norman signifies "man from the North" or "man of the North." The name harkens back to the fearless Viking warriors and settlers who left their mark on history, particularly through their conquests and influence on the region of Normandy in France.
Choosing Norman for your baby boy not only bestows him with a strong and distinctive name but also connects him to a lineage of explorers and adventurers. The name's simplicity and timelessness ensure that it will remain relevant and fashionable throughout the years.
Famous bearers of the name Norman in various fields such as art, military, entertainment, and science have left a lasting impact on the world, contributing to the name's legacy. Whether you seek a name with historical significance or a name that exudes strength and character, Norman is an excellent choice for your little one.
Variations of Name Norman
| Normand |
| Normando |
| Normanus |
Nicknames for Norman
| Norm |
| Normy |
| Man |
| Normy |
| Normie |
Famous People Named Norman
| Norman Rockwell | American painter and illustrator |
| Norman Schwarzkopf | U.S. Army general |
| Norman Reedus | American actor |
| Norman Mailer | American novelist and journalist |
| Norman Borlaug | American agronomist and Nobel laureate |
| Norman Wisdom | British comedian and actor |
| Norman Cousins | American author and editor |
| Norman Foster | British architect |
| Norman Jewison | Canadian film director |
| Norman Cook | aka Fatboy Slim - British musician and DJ |
| Norman Lear | American film producer |
| Norman Taurog | American film director |
| Norman Parkinson | British fashion photographer |
| Norman Granz | American jazz impresario |
| Norman Fell | American actor |
| Norman Powell | American basketball player |
| Norman Blake | American musician |
| Norman Ornstein | American political scientist and author |
Characters Named Norman
| Norman Bates | From Alfred Hitchcock's film "Psycho" |
| Norman Osborn | Green Goblin - From Marvel Comics' Spider-Man series |
| Norman Dorman | From the TV series "The Normans" |
| Norman Price | From the animated TV series "Fireman Sam" |
| Norman Stanley Fletcher | From the British TV series "Porridge" |
| Norman Clegg | From the British TV series "Last of the Summer Wine" |
| Norman Jayden | From the video game "Heavy Rain" |
| Norman Maclean | From the film "A River Runs Through It" |
| Norman Nordstrom | The Blind Man - From the film "Don't Breathe" |