Nora
girl name#20 in 2025Nora entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #20 in 2025, ranks #20 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#20
rank today
#20
peak (2025)
6,380
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #57 |
| 1890s | #69 |
| 1900s | #94 |
| 1910s | #141 |
| 1920s | #178 |
| 1930s | #199 |
| 1940s | #223 |
| 1950s | #240 |
| 1960s | #293 |
| 1970s | #378 |
| 1980s | #410 |
| 1990s | #459 |
| 2000s | #327 |
| 2010s | #70 |
| 2020s | #25 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nora has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 134,000 people named Nora are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nora alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nora in 2025?
- Nora ranks #20 among US girl names in 2025, with 6,380 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nora most popular?
- Nora peaked in 2025, reaching #20 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nora with classmates?
- Nora will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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