Norma Wooley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Norma Wooley — Latin
338K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Norma Wooley 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 Wooley: Bob Wooley (born 1947), American politician appointed to the New Mexico House of Representatives in 2011 Charles Wooley (born 1948), Australian journalist, reporter and writer Gilbert Wooley (1896–1953), English cricketer J. Robert Wooley (born 1953), American lawyer and politician Jessica Wooley (born 1968), American politician Jimmy Wooley (born 1949), American judoka John Wooley (born 1949), American author and editor Karen L. Wooley, American polymer chemist and professor Michael W. 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: Wooley

English

Bob Wooley (born 1947), American politician appointed to the New Mexico House of Representatives in 2011 Charles Wooley (born 1948), Australian journalist, reporter and writer Gilbert Wooley (1896–1953), English cricketer J. Robert Wooley (born 1953), American lawyer and politician Jessica Wooley (born 1968), American politician Jimmy Wooley (born 1949), American judoka John Wooley (born 1949), American author and editor Karen L. Wooley, American polymer chemist and professor Michael W.

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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 Wooley

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 Wooley:

3
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Wooley?
The surname Wooley originates from English. Bob Wooley (born 1947), American politician appointed to the New Mexico House of Representatives in 2011 Charles Wooley (born 1948), Australian journalist, reporter and writer Gilbert Wooley (1896–1953), English cricketer J. Robert Wooley (born 1953), American lawyer and politician Jessica Wooley (born 1968), American politician Jimmy Wooley (born 1949), American judoka John Wooley (born 1949), American author and editor Karen L. Wooley, American polymer chemist and professor Michael W.
What are the origins of the name Norma Wooley?
The name Norma Wooley combines two different traditions: the first name Norma has Latin roots, while the surname Wooley originates from English.
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