Holding steady.
Popularity of Norita since 1918
Babies named Norita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 38 |
| 1930s | 357 |
| 1940s | 140 |
| 1950s | 130 |
| 1960s | 104 |
| 1970s | 20 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Norita is a rare feminine name that saw its greatest use in the United States during the 1930s. According to U.S. Social Security data, it was first recorded in 1918 and reached its peak year in 1937. The name's trajectory has been stable but extremely low, never ranking among the top 1000 names. Norita likely originated as a diminutive of Nora or Eleonora, making it part of the popular Nora family of names. However, it never achieved widespread usage, remaining a distinctive choice. Today, Norita is almost nonexistent in birth records, making it a truly unique option with a vintage feel.
Norita is a feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive or variant of Nora, itself a short form of Honora or Eleonora. The name Eleonora is of uncertain etymology, possibly from the Provençal 'Aliénor' or the Greek 'helene' (light). Norita emerged in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a less common pet form. It saw modest use during the 1930s, peaking in 1937, but has remained rare since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nori, Rita
Sibling names for Norita
Names that share Norita's style, for a brother or sister.
