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Norbu
Pronounced NOR-boo /ˈnɔːr.buː/Medium
Meaning: From the Tibetan norbu, 'jewel; precious one' — an auspicious and beloved name in Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist culture.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Norbu comes from the Tibetan for 'jewel; precious one,' a cherished and auspicious name across Tibetan and Himalayan communities. It reads warm and meaningful, which we note respectfully — rare in the U.S. (said 'NOR-boo').
It appears extremely rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, precious, and rooted.
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What does the name Norbu mean?
Norbu is Tibetan for 'jewel; precious one' — an auspicious name in Himalayan Buddhist tradition.
How do you pronounce Norbu?
It's said NOR-boo /ˈnɔːr.buː/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Norbu a boy or girl name?
Norbu is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Norbu?
Norbu is an extremely rare name in the U.S.