Is Norb a boy's or girl's name?

Norb is primarily a boy's name.

When was Norb most popular?

Norb reached its peak popularity in 1960 with 5 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Norb?

Norb is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 5 babies in the U.S. since 1960. Its peak was in 1960.

Norb

An uncommon German pick — distinctive and rare.

Boy's nameGermanNot ranked recently

Rare name

Meaning & Origin

Norb is a boy's baby name of German origin, a short form of Norbert meaning 'bright north' or 'shining northerner,' from the Old High German norð (north) and beraht (bright). As a standalone name it has the punchy feel of mid-century American nicknames.

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Popularity Over Time

Norb has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1960.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Norb
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
1960s	5	#4436	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(1 years, 1960–1960)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Norb
Year	Births	Rank	Change
1960	5	#4436	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1960–1960) · Methodology