Woman of honor
Derived from the Latin word 'honor', this name was historically popular among early Christians and later became a staple in Ireland. It represents a commitment to integrity and high moral character. While it has largely been replaced by the shorter Nora, it retains a dignified, antique charm.
Less common today
Honora isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,778 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
18th-century English writer and socialite
Infamous serial killer known as Jolly Jane
A recurring character in the Jeeves and Wooster stories · The Inimitable Jeeves
