Norah

Norah is a feminine given name that is commonly used in English-speaking countries. It is often treated as a variant of Nora, and can be given as a standalone name. The spelling Norah is particularly common in the United States, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

Origins and meaning: Nora is frequently traced to Honora, a Latin name meaning 'honor'. It has also been linked to Eleonora or Eleanor, through incorporation into the broader family of names. As such, Norah may be seen as a diminutive form of Nora or as a name in its own right.

Usage: The name Norah has been in occasional use since the 19th century. While Nora remains the more popular form in many regions, Norah has maintained steady usage and experienced renewed interest in recent decades, paralleling broader trends toward classic, succinct female names.

Notable people named Norah include Norah Jones (born 1979), American singer-songwriter; Norah O'Donnell (born 1974), American journalist; and Norah Vincent (1956–2022), American author and sociologist. The name is also used in various countries by other public figures and fictional characters.