Name Profile
Nora
“Light” — Irish
GirlIrish2 syllablesCurrent rank #22 (2024)
About Nora
Nora is a radiantly beautiful Irish girl's name that simply means 'light.' With its delightfully vintage charm and sleek, modern appeal, this luminous choice promises to bring a bright, joyful spark to your little one's life.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginIrish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Nora
Nor
Popularity in the U.S.
Nora ranks #22 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 6,128 births..
Nora popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Nora had 6,128 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 5,330 | #41 |
| 2016 | 5,592 | #36 |
| 2017 | 6,061 | #28 |
| 2018 | 5,833 | #30 |
| 2019 | 5,919 | #29 |
| 2020 | 5,550 | #30 |
| 2021 | 6,276 | #27 |
| 2022 | 6,146 | #28 |
| 2023 | 6,020 | #24 |
| 2024 | 6,128 | #22 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Nora Rose
- Nora Claire
- Nora June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Nora mean?
Nora is commonly linked to the meaning Light and is associated with Irish roots.
Is Nora a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Nora ranks #22 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 6,128 births..
What are common nicknames for Nora?
Popular nicknames include Nor.