Norma
girl name#2002 in 2025Norma entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #22 in 1931, ranks #2002 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2002
rank today
#22
peak (1931)
95
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #266 |
| 1890s | #194 |
| 1900s | #166 |
| 1910s | #123 |
| 1920s | #38 |
| 1930s | #28 |
| 1940s | #71 |
| 1950s | #130 |
| 1960s | #173 |
| 1970s | #259 |
| 1980s | #418 |
| 1990s | #586 |
| 2000s | #1201 |
| 2010s | #2246 |
| 2020s | #2199 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Norma has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 116,000 people named Norma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Norma alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Norma in 2025?
- Norma ranks #2002 among US girl names in 2025, with 95 babies given the name.
- When was the name Norma most popular?
- Norma peaked in 1931, reaching #22 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Norma with classmates?
- Norma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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