What Does the Name Norman Mean
The name Norman comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Norman below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Norman Name Meaning
English, Ancient GermanicFrom an old Germanic byname meaning "northman", referring to a Viking. The Normans were Vikings who settled on the coast of France, in the region that became known as Normandy. In England the...
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