Norvin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Norvin is an Old English name meaning 'northern friend', originating from the elements 'norse' and 'wine'. It has evolved through various forms and has been used since the medieval period, gaining popularity in the 19th century. The name is perceived as strong and reliable, with notable bearers contributing to its recognition.
The name Norvin is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Norvin has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Norvin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1706th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1933rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2661st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4832nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11936th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11350th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13641st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Norvin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Norvin"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɔːrvɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Norvin is derived from the Old English elements 'norse', meaning 'northern', and 'wine', meaning 'friend'. It suggests a friendly person from the north.
Meaning
northern friend
Language Evolution
Norvinus, Norvin, Norven
Historical Usage
Norvin has been used in English-speaking countries since the medieval period, gaining popularity as a given name in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Norv, Norrie, Norvinus
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Norvin is considered a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with strength and reliability.
Famous People
Norvin Green, Norvin G. F. Hargrove
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Norvin"
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 "Norvin"
"Norvin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1706th of 7545 | 317 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1933rd of 6773 | 263 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2661st of 7552 | 181 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4832nd of 10718 | 72 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11936th of 16616 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11350th of 24088 | 65 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13641st of 23106 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Norvin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
89.64% 2121st/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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74.55% 2127th/2853 |
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| 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 "Norvin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| 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 "Norvin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Norvin" 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.