Norma Reisinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Norma Reisinger — Latin
338K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Norma Reisinger 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 Reisinger: Andreas Reisinger (born 1963), Austrian footballer Dan Reisinger (1934–2019), Israeli designer Eduard Reisinger (born 1957), Austrian canoeist J. Monroe Reisinger (1842–1925), American soldier Julius Reisinger (1828–1892), Russian Ballet choreographer Stefan Reisinger (born 1981), German footballer Wilhelm Reisinger (born 1958), German footballer Wolfgang Reisinger (1955–2022), Austrian jazz musician Isaac Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, actor, and businessman (his father's name was originally Adam Reisinger) 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: Reisinger

English

Andreas Reisinger (born 1963), Austrian footballer Dan Reisinger (1934–2019), Israeli designer Eduard Reisinger (born 1957), Austrian canoeist J. Monroe Reisinger (1842–1925), American soldier Julius Reisinger (1828–1892), Russian Ballet choreographer Stefan Reisinger (born 1981), German footballer Wilhelm Reisinger (born 1958), German footballer Wolfgang Reisinger (1955–2022), Austrian jazz musician Isaac Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, actor, and businessman (his father's name was originally Adam Reisinger)

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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 Reisinger

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 Reisinger:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Reisinger?
The surname Reisinger originates from English. Andreas Reisinger (born 1963), Austrian footballer Dan Reisinger (1934–2019), Israeli designer Eduard Reisinger (born 1957), Austrian canoeist J. Monroe Reisinger (1842–1925), American soldier Julius Reisinger (1828–1892), Russian Ballet choreographer Stefan Reisinger (born 1981), German footballer Wilhelm Reisinger (born 1958), German footballer Wolfgang Reisinger (1955–2022), Austrian jazz musician Isaac Singer (1811-1875), American inventor, actor, and businessman (his father's name was originally Adam Reisinger)
What are the origins of the name Norma Reisinger?
The name Norma Reisinger combines two different traditions: the first name Norma has Latin roots, while the surname Reisinger originates from English.
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