TheNameDBNorman
MasculineMeaning
A man from the north, referring to the Norsemen or Vikings.
Etymology
Derived from Old Norse 'Norðmaðr' (northman), which was adopted into Old French as 'Norman' following the Viking settlements in Normandy. The name became associated with the Norman people and their descendants, particularly after the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.
About the Name Norman
Norman is a classic English name with strong historical ties to medieval England and the Norman aristocracy. It experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century and remains a recognizable traditional name.