Norah

Name:

Norah

Pronounced: NAWR-uh

Variations: Nora, Nóra, Noor, Nura

Origin:

Irish, Celtic

Meaning:

Norah is a variant of the Irish name Nóra, which is derived from the name Honora or Annora, which means "honor" or "honorable."

Popularity:

Norah is a relatively uncommon name globally, but has seen some popularity in English-speaking countries like the United States and the United Kingdom.

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Norah Jones is a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her blend of jazz, country, and folk music.

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