Noreen
Noreen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Noreen
Root meaning: “Nora”
- A female given name from Irish.
- A female given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Anglicized from Irish Nóirín (diminutive of Nóra (“Nora”)).
How popular is Noreen?
Since 1880, 20,108 girls in the U.S. have been named Noreen. Its highest rank for girls was #299 in 1948. In 2025, 33 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Noreen FAQ
What does the name Noreen mean?
Noreen traces back to a root meaning "Nora". A female given name from Irish. A female given name from Arabic. Anglicized from Irish Nóirín (diminutive of Nóra (“Nora”)).
What is the origin of the name Noreen?
Noreen is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Noreen?
Since 1880, 20,108 girls in the U.S. have been named Noreen. Its highest rank for girls was #299 in 1948. In 2025, 33 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Noreen a boy or girl name?
Noreen is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 20,108 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.