Norma

Meaning of Norma

Norma is a Latin name that means "rule" or "standard". It can also refer to being a typical or normal example of something.

Norma has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Norma

After ranking as high as #858 in 2001, Norma has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Norma

• Marilyn Monroe
  Actress, model, cultural icon
• Norma Shearer
  Actress, Academy Award winner
• Norma Aleandro
  Argentine actress, screenwriter
• Norma McCorvey
  Roe v. Wade plaintiff
• Norma Talmadge
  Silent film actress, producer

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Questions about the name Norma

What does the name Norma mean?

Norma means norma is a latin name that means "rule" or "standard". it can also refer to being a typical or normal example of something, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Norma a boy's or a girl's name?

Norma is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Norma?

Norma did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Norma most popular?

Norma peaked at #858 in 2001.