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Norb

nor-b /nɔrb/

At a glance

In short
Norb is a strong and distinctive German name, meaning "bright north" or "famous north," reflecting its ties to Northern Europe.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1960 (#4,038)
Babies in 1960
5 (<0.01% of boys)
First recorded
1960 (the only year on record)

Meaning of Norb

Norb is a strong and distinctive name of German origin, often used as a diminutive of Norbert. It carries the meaning "bright north" or "famous north," reflecting its historical ties to Northern Europe. The name Norb has been less common in recent years, with only 5 occurrences in the United States in 1960, ranking at 4042. Despite its rarity, Norb exudes a sense of individuality and character, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their son.

How to pronounce Norb

English

Popularity of Norb in the U.S.

Norb appears in the records for the U.S. only in 1960, ranked #4,038 with 5 babies.

Bar chart: 5 boys named Norb in the U.S. in 1960, ranked #4,038 among boy names.
  • Boys named Norb (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale)
In 1960. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 1960 1 row
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
196054,038new

Notable people named Norb

  • Norb Hecker — Norbert Hecker was an American football player and coach who won eight NFL championships and became the Atlanta Falcons' first head coach.