Female and male first names beginning with the letter “N”..

Rare American male given name of mid-20th century origin, meaning 'according to rule or customary', with no known historical figures or cultural associations.

American given name derived from the English word 'normal', meaning conforming to standards or typical. It gained popularity in early 20th century U.S., but has since become quite rare.

Scandinavian female name meaning "North Elf," derived from Old Norse elements norðr and álfr.

Rare French-origin given name, whose meaning remains enigmatic despite possible ties to Nora and Malee or Normala.

Rare, unique name of unknown origin, perhaps a blend of Nora and Linda, used sparingly throughout history.

Old French origin, derived from the Germanic name Nordmann meaning 'North man'. It was brought to England by the Normans, Viking settlers in northern France who played a significant role in shaping medieval European history.

Old Norse origin, meaning 'North Man', reflecting its Germanic roots.

Distinctive French name derived from 'northmanni,' meaning 'northern men,' and popularized by William the Conqueror.

French origin, meaning 'land of the Northmen', derived from the Latin word "Northmannia". It was given to the northern French region settled by Vikings during the Middle Ages.

Italian male given name derived from "normanno," meaning "Norman," a people of French origin who settled in Italy during the Middle Ages.

Unique female name originating from the French region named after the Northmen, or Vikings, who settled there during the Middle Ages.

Distinctive Haitian name, derived from 'norman', referencing a person from Normandy, France. Its meaning remains unclear but evokes images of strength and resilience.

Norman is an English name derived from Old French "normand," meaning "from Normandy.

Rare Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'rule' or 'standard', created from the masculine Norman.

American-origin given name derived from Norman, meaning 'northerner', popularized as a standalone name since the early 20th century.

Norman is a strong, historic name derived from Old Norse elements 'north' and 'man', brought to England by Vikings and associated with courage due to Normans' conquests.

Rare Scandinavian female name derived from the Old Norse word "norna," meaning "fate" or "destiny." It signifies destiny and is connected to Norse goddesses of fate.

Rare but captivating Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word "Norðr," meaning north, and associated with the god Thor. It was historically used to honor Thor's strength and courage.

Hebrew given name derived from "nehora," meaning "light" or "illumination.

Captivating Gaelic name derived from the Scottish Noreen and Irish Níorín, meaning 'honour' or 'glory'. It's rare but rich in history, with notable figures like actress Noreen McGarrigle and journalist Noreen O'Sullivan.

Rare English given name, possibly derived from Old English 'north' well', or the surname meaning 'of the small valley'. Its origin remains uncertain, but its uniqueness makes it appealing.

Unique, unisex Scandinavian name derived from "norðr", meaning "north". It signifies northern origins or connections and has historical ties to Norse mythology's Norns, female beings guarding the well of fate.

Rare Scandinavian feminine name meaning 'northern fortune'.

Rare American given name of unknown origin and meaning, first appearing in the mid-20th century.

Rare Finnish name of Scandinavian origin, derived from Norr which means 'north'. It was popular during the Viking Age, signifying strength and courage.

Traditional Scottish name derived from 'Nighean Ruaidh', meaning 'red-haired girl'.

Uncommon boys' name with unknown origins, adopted by some families worldwide likely for personal reasons and potentially inspired by its unique sound or association with the Silver Surfer character in comic books.

Unusual Irish female given name derived from Noreen, a diminutive of Honora, which means 'respect' or 'honor' in Latin.

English origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name Hrori, which means 'fame' and 'army'.

Irish surname derived from 'Nóirbseach', meaning 'famous' or 'glorious'. It has been carried by notable individuals throughout history and remains popular today due to its strong sound and historic significance.

Unique American name created by combining "Nor" from Nora/Nord and "issa" from Isolde/Isis, without any specific meaning attached to it.

Noritta is a unique Scandinavian name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'from the north'.

Rare, Scandinavian-derived name originally meaning 'desire' or 'longing', inspired by the Old Norse mythological figure Hnoss.

English given name derived from the cardinal direction 'north', gaining popularity recently after being used by celebrities like Jennifer Lopez. Its meaning is debated but often interpreted as 'from the northern region' or 'northern'.

English origin given name, derived from the cardinal direction, associated with adventure, guidance, and nature.

Uncommon American female name derived from the English word 'north', referring to the cardinal direction indicating the north part of the globe. It has no specific historical figures associated with it, but its origin may reflect parents' desire for a distinctive name with northern heritage or connection.

English unisex given name derived from 'northen', meaning 'northern'. It conveys strength, independence, and resilience, associated with northern landscapes.

Distinctive English name originating from the Old English word 'north', meaning 'northern'. It was initially used as a surname, later adopted as a first name due to its association with northern towns and villages in medieval England.

Rare Latin-derived female name meaning 'from the north', intended as a feminine diminutive form.

Scottish name derived from "Norbald," meaning "noble and brave.