Normaa
A feminine given name of English origin meaning "northerner" or "woman from the north".
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Normaa. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Normaa today is around 64 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Normaa births was 1958 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Normaa. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Normaa. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
1958
5 babies that year
Average age
64
years old
1959 SSA rank
#6,945
Tracked since 1958
Popularity
Normaa: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Normaa by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Normaa during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 0 | 10 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Normaa
The name Normaa has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, which was spoken in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500 BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sumerian word "nur," meaning "light" or "radiance." The name was likely given to children as a wish for them to bring light and joy into the world.
In the early days of Sumerian civilization, names were often chosen for their symbolic meaning or connection to nature. Normaa, with its association with light and brightness, would have held deep significance for the ancient Sumerians, who revered the sun and celestial bodies.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Normaa can be found in a cuneiform tablet from the city of Ur, dating back to around 2500 BCE. The tablet lists the names of various individuals, including a woman named "Normaa-ama," which translates to "Normaa, the mother."
Throughout the centuries, the name Normaa has appeared in various historical records and texts, though its popularity has waxed and waned across different cultures and regions. One notable figure was Normaa of Carthage, a prominent merchant and trader who lived in the 5th century BCE. Her name was recorded in ancient Phoenician texts, indicating the name's reach beyond its Sumerian roots.
In the 2nd century CE, a Roman noblewoman named Normaa Claudia was known for her patronage of the arts and literature. Her name is mentioned in several historical accounts, including the writings of the Roman historian Suetonius.
During the Islamic Golden Age, a renowned mathematician and astronomer named Normaa al-Qahiri made significant contributions to the field of trigonometry. She lived in Cairo, Egypt, in the 10th century CE and was celebrated for her groundbreaking work on spherical trigonometry.
In the 13th century, a Buddhist monk named Normaa Tenzin from Tibet became renowned for his teachings on compassion and mindfulness. His name is recorded in various Buddhist texts and manuscripts, highlighting the name's presence in different religious and cultural traditions.
Another notable figure was Normaa Khatun, a powerful and influential woman who served as the regent of the Delhi Sultanate in the 14th century. She played a crucial role in the political affairs of the region and was known for her strong leadership and diplomatic skills.
These are just a few examples of the individuals throughout history who have borne the name Normaa, each leaving their mark in different fields and cultures. While the name's popularity may have fluctuated over time, its origins in the ancient Sumerian language and its association with light and radiance have endured, making it a name with a rich and fascinating history.
People
Normaa + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Normaa as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Normaa: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Normaa?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Normaa going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Normaa a common name?
We classify Normaa as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Normaa most popular?
The single biggest year for Normaa was 1958, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Normaa is about 64 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Normaa in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Normaa a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Normaa in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Normaa still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Normaa in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Normaa can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Normaa?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.