NORRY
Norry
Norry is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin, commonly found in the British Isles. The surname is believed to have originated from the personal name 'Nora', a diminutive of 'Honora', ultimately derived from the Latin word 'honos', meaning "honour".
The name Norry is thought to have been brought to Scotland and Ireland by Norse settlers and may have Celtic roots as well. The surname has various spellings, including Norrie, Nory, and Neary.
Throughout history, individuals with the surname Norry have been recorded in various regions of the British Isles, especially in Scotland and Ireland. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and settlement.
Notable bearers of the surname Norry may have contributed to diverse fields such as literature, politics, business, and the arts.
The surname Norry continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to the ancestral roots of those who bear the name.
There are approximately 158 people named Norry in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Norry.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Edwin
- James
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Roger
- Stephen
Female
- Bernadette
- Carol
- Dawn
- Emma
- Gillian
- Karen
- Kathryn
- Lianne
- Mary
- Stephanie
- Susan