Norval Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Norval is a Scottish name that means 'northern valley.' It has its roots in Old Norse and has evolved through various forms in the English language. The name is associated with a rich cultural heritage but lacks biblical significance. Its popularity peaked in the 19th century but has since declined, leading to a modern perception of being rare and traditional.
The name Norval is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Norval has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Norval' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 829th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 981st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1816th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4327th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14966th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Norval' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Norval"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɔːrvəl/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Norval is derived from the Scottish place name, which means 'from the northern valley.' It is believed to be formed from the elements 'nor' meaning 'north' and 'val,' a variant of 'vale' meaning 'valley.'
Meaning
northern valley
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Norvegr, Middle English: Norval, Modern English: Norval
Historical Usage
Norval gained popularity in the 19th century, primarily in Scotland and among Scottish communities in other regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Norvalle, Norvalyn, Norrie
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Norval is considered rare and somewhat old-fashioned today, often associated with traditional Scottish heritage.
Famous People
Norval Morrisseau - a renowned Canadian painter., Norval Smith - a notable mathematician.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Norval"
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 "Norval"
"Norval" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 829th of 7545 | 1,064 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 981st of 6773 | 792 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1816th of 7552 | 355 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4327th of 10718 | 92 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 14966th of 16616 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Norval" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
39.55% 560th/1416 |
91.44% 1261st/1379 |
54.35% 1286th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
45.60% 705th/1546 |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
62.05% 1460th/2353 |
60.50% 936th/1547 |
| 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 "Norval" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Norval"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Norval" 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.