Female and male names starting with the letter "N" .

Rare Scandinavian name of Old Norse origin, meaning "North is gracious," inspired by Norse mythology's association of the north with the divine realm of Asgard.

Unique French given name derived from the Germanic Nordmann, meaning "North Man," translating to "woman of the North.

Rare, Latin-derived female given name meaning 'rose' with the prefix 'nor', making it unique and distinctive.

Norbert is a unique male name of Scandinavian origin derived from the Old Norse personal name 'Norr', meaning 'north'. It was popularized during the Viking Age, associated with strength and adventurous spirit, and remains a distinctive choice today despite its decline in commonality.

Germanic male given name derived from "north" and "famous," meaning "famous for his northern journey.

German name derived from "north" and "bright", meaning "famous throughout the land".

Rare but powerful feminine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "shining northerner", symbolizing strength and courage.

Italian surname derived from the Latin 'norberthus,' meaning 'famous for the north.' It originated in early Middle Ages Italy and was initially used as a Germanic personal name before becoming a popular surname worldwide. Notably, Saint Norberte of Xanten, a prominent Catholic bishop and theologian, carried this name. Today, Norberto remains widespread among Italian families and diverse communities across Europe, North America, and South America.

Tibetan name meaning 'jewel' or 'precious stone', often associated with the Dalai Lama and used for both boys and girls, signifying preciousness and value.

Unique and rare given name derived from Old Norse 'Norðr', meaning 'north'. It signifies direction, strength, courage, and resilience.

Captivating Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse "nórðr," meaning "the north.

Norwegian masculine given name composed of 'norðr' meaning north and 'haugr' meaning mound.

Charming Norwegian name derived from 'nór', meaning 'northern'. It embodies the strength of the North and has gained popularity across Scandinavia for its elegance and unique sound.

Rare Irish name meaning "honor" or "light," popular among ancient Irish nobility, and has been adopted globally as an alternative to Latin's Honoria.

Rare female given name of Greek origin, meaning "light" or "shine". In Greek mythology, Norea was an Oceanid, one of the daughters of Oceanus and Tethys, and in some versions, she was also a Nereid accompanying Poseidon. Saint Norea, a 3rd-century Christian martyr, is a notable figure bearing this name.

Uncommon female given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname "O'Rourke," meaning "dreamy" or "seer.

Unique African name derived from Hausa language, meaning "Gift from God.

Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'Nor', meaning 'north'. It signifies strength and power.

Irish name meaning 'honor' or 'fame', derived from Ní Rian, 'daughter of Rían', and was also used as a pet form of Nóirín, 'little honor'.

Uncommon Irish girl's name, derived from the 16th-century Mayo family surname Noraidhean.

Rare female given name of unknown origin, with no clear meaning or historical significance. Some believe it may be a blend of Nora and Rita, but there's no evidence to support this theory.

Noreita, of Spanish origin, combines 'norte' (meaning north) and 'idea'. Pronounced /noʊˈɹaɪtə/, it signifies inspiration and creativity from the northern direction.

Hebrew name derived from "Nора," meaning "light," combined with "-eli," signifying "my God." It means "my God is light.

Unique Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'new' or 'young', originating from the ancient Roman family name Norella.

Contemporary Spanish girl's name derived from 'Nora' (light) and 'Elis' (shortened form of Elizabeth, meaning 'consecrated to God'), signifying illumination and divine dedication.

Rare Swedish given name derived from Old Norse elements meaning "the north god," honoring Uller, the skiing, hunting, and archery deity.

Rare Scandinavian female name derived from the Old Norse male name 'Norr', meaning 'north', with '-ell' being a popular suffix for creating feminine variants.

Striking French name derived from 'nor', meaning north, and '-elle', creating feminine names. It signifies "from the north", reflecting its geographical roots.

Unique Spanish name derived from Nora, meaning 'light' or 'honor'.

Rare but captivating Spanish name combining 'Noro' (North) and 'Lis' (Lily), symbolizing strength and purity respectively.

Unisex Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'norr', meaning 'north'.

Rare Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'from the north'.

Rare but significant female name of Greek origin, meaning 'light', with a unique spelling that sets it apart from its root, Nora.

Unique name with unknown origins and meanings.

Unique African American given name derived from Nora and Ethiopia, with no specific meaning apart from its connection to these names.

Uncommon yet appealing Italian-derived given name meaning "honorable" or "respectable".

Rare English given name believed to mean "northern fleet," possibly derived from the city Norfolk and Old English personal names.

Egyptian name meaning "beautiful grace".

Japanese name that can mean "bamboo" or "straw," symbolizing flexibility and unity respectively.

Japanese name of uncertain meaning that has been traditionally used for males and females alike. It gained popularity during the Meiji period (1868-1912) due to Western influences, with notable bearers including actor Noriatsu Wakamoto. Despite its unclear meaning, Nori's cultural heritage and historical significance make it a meaningful choice worldwide.