Because of its association with grumpy old Norman, Norma is more matronly than the jazzier Nora, but it has an inherent sense of drama, from the classic film star Norma Shearer, Norma Jean Baker (Marilyn Monroe's real name), and cinematic union activist Norma Rae.
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Nomah,
Normah
Nicknames
Norm,
Noey
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You may find some surprises -- for example, who knew Jennifer was a boy's name? Because this feature uses actual Social Security data, it includes the human error that attends a large survey, but it still reliably reflects the patterns of naming fashion.
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