Northman or man from the north
Originally a Germanic term used to describe the Vikings who settled in France, it eventually became the name of the region Normandy. Following the Norman Conquest of 1066, it was introduced to England and evolved into a popular given name.
Less common today
Norman isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #429 in 1991.
Famous American painter and illustrator
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United States Army General
The Green Goblin and Spider-Man's nemesis · Marvel Comics
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
