199 Norman Baby Names With Meanings

Normandy is a geographical and cultural region in Europe. It shares some parts with the British Channel Islands, but its mainland with France. When you go through Norman baby names, you will find that they resemble French names to a great extent. This is primarily because of the influence of the French on the language (1). French was the common language of communication among the upper classes and nobility in England for nearly 200 years after the Norman conquest. Due to intermarriages and associations with the ruling class, many people of English origins believed that it was advantageous to learn a new, fashionable language. Soon enough, a social distinction, not ethnic, appeared between French speakers and those who spoke English. Such is the extent of the French influence that Norman surnames are written in a French pattern to this day. Still, Norman given names are kept as close as possible to their original forms. This is because parents nearly always wish to return to their roots to search for a meaningful baby name, regardless of how modern they are. More often than not, geography, language, and timing are considered when choosing Norman first names. Like most Europeans, Normans are very strict about given names. The first name should be clear and not cause any mistaken identities. The second or middle names are usually patronymics or place names. Norman names were at the height of their usage in 1924. So, your child would have a unique and distinctive moniker if you select a Norman baby name today. We even suggest you pick a traditional Norman first name and an Anglo-Norman middle name to balance it out. Check out our extensive collection of Norman baby names below. We have an excellent variety for parents to choose from.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Aalis		Girl	A form of Alice; Noble
Achard		Boy	Medieval Norman form of Ekkehard. It means brave and hardy
Adelade		Girl	Noble kind; Of the noble sort
Aimablle		Boy	Lovable; Worthy of love
Aleksandru		Boy	Norman form of Alexander; Defending men
Alison		Girl	Of noble birth
Amice		Girl	Friend
Ancel		Boy	Fortunate; Blessed; Happy
Anquetil		Boy	Gods' or Aesir's cauldron
Archambault		Boy	Genuine; Bold; Brave
Arlotto		Boy	Vagabond; Tramp
Athanasy		Boy	Immortal
Auber		Boy	Aesir's bear
Aumont		Boy	Form of Ormond; One who is protected by God
Azouf		Boy	Aesir's wolf
Bairon		Boy	Young warrior; An aristocratic title similar to Duke or Earl
Bate		Boy	Norman diminutive of Bartholomew; Son of Talmai
Beauford		Boy	Beautiful fortress
Bekkr		Boy	Where the river narrows
Berislav		Boy	To take, to gather
Blazh		Boy	He who is sweet, pleasant and blessed
Bogumir		Boy	Derived from the elements bogu which means God and meru, which means great
Boguslav		Boy	God's glory
Borisu		Boy	Snow leopard
Borivoi		Boy	Battle soldier
Bozhena		Girl	Divine
Bozho		Boy	A diminutive of Bozidar; Meaning divine
Bratomil		Boy	Gracious and dear brother
Bratoslav		Boy	Glorious brother
Bronislav		Boy	Glorious protector
Brynjolf		Boy	Hardened
Burdo		Boy	Boy from the castle
Burnie		Boy	Brenno's settlement
Burnouf		Boy	Hardened
Calvin		Boy	Bald
Cantrell		Boy	Small bell
Chedomir		Boy	Peaceful child
Chestibor		Boy	Battle honor
Chestirad		Boy	Honor; Happy; Willing
Chestislav		Boy	Honor; Glory
Costello		Boy	Son of Oisdealbhaigh
Daniel		Boy	God is my judge
Daubeney		Boy	Albinius' place
Delaney		Boy	The progeny of dark challenger
Dicun		Boy	A diminutive of Richard; Powerful ruler
Didacus		Boy	Saint
Diot		Girl	Follower of Dionysius
Dmitrei		Boy	Earth mother
Dobrogost		Boy	Good guest
Dragoslava		Girl	Precious glory
Drazhan		Boy	Precious
Edelmire		Girl	Princess
Edith		Girl	Prosperous in war
Edward		Boy	One who is like a rich guard
Elby		Boy	Battle elf
Enguerrand		Boy	Raven
Ephrasie		Girl	Good cheer
Eric		Boy	Eternal ruler
Ermo		Boy	Beloved
Ernouf		Boy	Wolf eagle
Etheldred		Girl	Noble strength
Fionne		Boy	A white or fair person
Fionnghuala		Boy	A fair-shouldered individual
Fionntan		Boy	White-inferno or white-bull; Legendarily; The sole survivor of Great Flood
Firagh		Girl	Pleasure and Happiness
Fleurine		Girl	Flower
Flieur		Girl	Flower
Garbutt		Boy	Spear; Messenger
Garsea		Boy	Bear
Geoffroi		Boy	Peaceful pledge
Gidie		Boy	Medieval French form of Aegidius; Young goat
Gosse		Boy	Goth
Gostislav		Boy	Glorious guest
Grigorii		Boy	Watchful; Alert
Guiscard		Boy	Brave; Hardy
Harou		Boy	The army's wolf
Hastain		Boy	High stone
Hersent		Boy	Aggressive; Business nature
Herta		Girl	Derived from Nerthus, the Norse goddess of fertility
Hopkin		Boy	Bright; Fame
Houlegate		Boy	Hollow path
Hudde		Boy	Heart; Mind; Spirit
Ibb		Girl	Noble strength
Ingouf		Boy	God Ing's wolf; Warrior
Iseut		Girl	Iron battle
Jackin		Boy	Man
Jacob		Boy	May God protect; Holder of the heel; Supplanter
Jeanneton		Girl	God is gracious
Jeulie		Girl	Form of Julie; Youthful
John		Boy	God is merciful and gracious
Josse		Boy	Lord
Jouaie		Girl	Joy
Joyce		Girl	Lord; Rejoice
Judith		Girl	Woman from Judea; Jewess; Jewish woman; Praised
Kate		Girl	Pure; Clear
Kresimir		Boy	The name comes from Slavic elements kresu, which means spark, light, rouse and miru, which means peace, world.
Kyrilu		Boy	Lord.
Lacey		Girl	From Lassy
Lonore		Girl	Shining light
Lorencio		Boy	A form of Lawrence; From Laurentum

Infographic: Spectacular Norman Baby Names

Norman baby names are classic yet stylish and elegant. They reflect French influence on the culture, with their roots going back to the 10th century. These names convey many positive meanings and are ideal for your baby girl or boy. Look at the infographic below, and feel free to select an option.

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