All about the name
Norea
Female
« Norea is a rare female given name of Greek origin, meaning "light" or "shine". In Greek mythology, Norea was an Oceanid, one of the daughters of Oceanus and Tethys, and in some versions, she was also a Nereid accompanying Poseidon. Saint Norea, a 3rd-century Christian martyr, is a notable figure bearing this name. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Norea is a female given name of Greek origin. It means "light" or "shine". According to Greek mythology, Norea was one of the Oceanids, the daughters of Oceanus and Tethys, who were the Titans of the Sea. In some versions of the story, Norea was also one of the five hundred Nereids, the sea nymphs who accompanied the god Poseidon.
The name Norea is not very common, but it has been used throughout history. One notable figure bearing this name was Saint Norea, a Christian martyr from the 3rd century AD. She was venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church and her feast day is celebrated on October 24th.
Today, the name Norea continues to be used occasionally, but it remains relatively rare compared to other names with Greek origins such as Sophia or Elena. Despite its rarity, however, Norea is a unique and beautiful name that carries a rich history and meaning behind it.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Norea since 1880
Total births
10
Total since 1880
Peak year
1998
5 births
in 2002
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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