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Norris
Pronounced NOR-iss /ˈnɔr.ɪs/High
Meaning: From the English/Norman surname Norris — from Old French norreis, 'a northerner; one from the north'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Norris comes from the English and Norman surname Norris — from Old French norreis, 'a northerner; one from the north' (originally for a Norseman or someone from the north). A crisp, distinguished surname-name (nickname Norry).
In the U.S. it appears as a surname-name. Rare, a-northerner at the root, and distinguished.
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What does the name Norris mean?
Norris is an English/French surname — 'a northerner; one from the north'.
How do you pronounce Norris?
It's said NOR-iss /ˈnɔr.ɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Norris a boy or girl name?
Norris is a boy's name.
How popular is Norris?
Norris is a rare name in the U.S.