Norine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Norine is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Honoria', meaning 'honor'. It has evolved through various forms, including 'Nora', before taking on its current form. The name is associated with traits of dignity and grace, though it does not have direct biblical relevance. Norine gained popularity in the early 20th century and is now viewed as a classic name.
The name Norine is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Norine has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Norine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 726th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 822nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1180th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3287th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12111th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23432nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Norine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Norine"
Pronunciation
/nəˈriːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Norine is derived from the Latin name 'Honoria', which means 'honor' or 'honorable'. It is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name 'Nora'.
Meaning
honor
Language Evolution
Honoria, Nora, Norine
Historical Usage
Norine gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of honor.
Variants & Derivatives
Nora, Noreen, Norina
Modern Popularity & Image
Norine is considered a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with qualities of dignity and grace.
Famous People
Norine Noonan, an American politician, Norine McGrath, an American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Norine"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Norine"
"Norine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 726th of 9107 | 1,754 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 822nd of 9204 | 1,393 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1180th of 12526 | 1,464 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3287th of 19264 | 328 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12111th of 27321 | 66 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23432nd of 30306 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Norine" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Norine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
37.29% 528th/1416 |
47.06% 649th/1379 |
51.61% 1221st/2366 |
55.87% 638th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
40.49% 626th/1546 |
37.79% 588th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
43.24% 669th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
40.28% 897th/2227 |
33.87% 823rd/2430 |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
40.58% 1126th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
60.52% 2108th/3483 |
- |
67.90% 2746th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Norine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Norine" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.