Norma Hargrove

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Norma Hargrove — Latin
338K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Norma Hargrove is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Norma is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Norma is a female name. It is of Germanic and Romance origin. A single instance of the name Norma is recorded 1203, where it perhaps derives from the Latin word norma, meaning "precept". The name's general usage seems to be subsequent to the 1831 debut of Vincenzo Bellini's opera Norma whose librettist Felice Romani borrowed the name (and the plot) from the recent tragedy Norma by Alexandre Soumet. Soumet's choice of name for his title character may possibly have been influenced by the name of the Germanic mythological Norns. The name has fluctuated in popularity over the past 100 years. The surname Hargrove: Anthony Hargrove (born 1983), American football player Brian Hargrove (born 1956), American television writer and producer Buzz Hargrove (1944–2025), Canadian labour leader, president of the Canadian Auto Workers trade union Dean Hargrove (born 1938), American television producer, writer, and director Dennis Hargrove Cooke (1904–1982), fourth president of what is now East Carolina University Ed Hargrove, American football player and coach Frank Hargrove (1927–2021), American politician Greg Hargrove (born 1959), Canadian politician Jim Hargrove, Washington state senator James Hargrove Meredith. Norma is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 338K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Norma reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Norma

Latin

Norma is a female name. It is of Germanic and Romance origin. A single instance of the name Norma is recorded 1203, where it perhaps derives from the Latin word norma, meaning "precept". The name's general usage seems to be subsequent to the 1831 debut of Vincenzo Bellini's opera Norma whose librettist Felice Romani borrowed the name (and the plot) from the recent tragedy Norma by Alexandre Soumet. Soumet's choice of name for his title character may possibly have been influenced by the name of the Germanic mythological Norns. The name has fluctuated in popularity over the past 100 years.

Surname: Hargrove

English

Anthony Hargrove (born 1983), American football player Brian Hargrove (born 1956), American television writer and producer Buzz Hargrove (1944–2025), Canadian labour leader, president of the Canadian Auto Workers trade union Dean Hargrove (born 1938), American television producer, writer, and director Dennis Hargrove Cooke (1904–1982), fourth president of what is now East Carolina University Ed Hargrove, American football player and coach Frank Hargrove (1927–2021), American politician Greg Hargrove (born 1959), Canadian politician Jim Hargrove, Washington state senator James Hargrove Meredith.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Norma is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Norma by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Norma Hargrove

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Norma Hargrove:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Norma?
The first name Norma originates from Latin. Norma is a female name. It is of Germanic and Romance origin. A single instance of the name Norma is recorded 1203, where it perhaps derives from the Latin word norma, meaning "precept". The name's general usage seems to be subsequent to the 1831 debut of Vincenzo Bellini's opera Norma whose librettist Felice Romani borrowed the name (and the plot) from the recent tragedy Norma by Alexandre Soumet. Soumet's choice of name for his title character may possibly have been influenced by the name of the Germanic mythological Norns. The name has fluctuated in popularity over the past 100 years.
When was Norma most popular?
The name Norma reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hargrove?
The surname Hargrove originates from English. Anthony Hargrove (born 1983), American football player Brian Hargrove (born 1956), American television writer and producer Buzz Hargrove (1944–2025), Canadian labour leader, president of the Canadian Auto Workers trade union Dean Hargrove (born 1938), American television producer, writer, and director Dennis Hargrove Cooke (1904–1982), fourth president of what is now East Carolina University Ed Hargrove, American football player and coach Frank Hargrove (1927–2021), American politician Greg Hargrove (born 1959), Canadian politician Jim Hargrove, Washington state senator James Hargrove Meredith.
What are the origins of the name Norma Hargrove?
The name Norma Hargrove combines two different traditions: the first name Norma has Latin roots, while the surname Hargrove originates from English.
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