Holding steady.
Popularity of Norberta since 1913
Babies named Norberta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 22 |
| 1920s | 56 |
| 1930s | 57 |
| 1940s | 52 |
| 1950s | 52 |
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Norberta is a rare feminine name that never achieved widespread usage, with its peak year in 1932. The name has a stable trajectory, indicating it has not experienced significant fluctuations or revival. Derived from Germanic roots meaning 'north' and 'bright,' it carries a strong, old-world feel. Norberta remains an uncommon choice, with no top states recording notable usage. Its scarcity makes it distinctive for those seeking a name with historical depth.
Norberta is the feminine form of Norbert, derived from the Germanic elements 'nord' (north) and 'beraht' (bright, famous). The name was popularized in the medieval period through Saint Norbert, founder of the Premonstratensian order, but Norberta itself remained a rare feminine counterpart. It saw modest use in the 1930s, with its peak year in 1932, and has since fallen out of common usage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nora, Bertie, Nori
Sibling names for Norberta
Names that share Norberta's style, for a brother or sister.
