Noreen
n(o)-reen
US Popularity:10175
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Honor; Light; Luminous; Radiant; Brilliant
Noreen is a girl’s name with Irish and English origins. Noreen is the Anglicized version of the Irish Nóirín and means “honor,” which is a fitting definition if you aim to pay homage to your Celtic roots. Noreen has decreased in popularity over recent decades and has been overtaken by the more common Nora. There is also evidence to suggest a connection to the Arabic Nurah, meaning “light,” “luminous,” “radiant,” and “brilliant.” Noreen is a fabulous traditional name with multiple different meanings that also allows you to use Nora as baby’s cute nickname.
How Popular Is The Name Noreen?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Noreen is currently #3708 on The Bump
Girl:Noreen is currently #2488 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Noreen is currently #10175 in U.S. births
Girl:Noreen is currently #5874 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#5874
in 2023
- 1327
from 2022
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