Nora

Often associated with "honor" when treated as a form of Honora; also widely used as an independent short name.

Nora is a feminine given name that’s short, classic, and widely used across many countries. It often functions as a standalone name today, even when families first encountered it as a shortened form of a longer name. In etymology and naming history, Nora is commonly connected to Honora in Irish/Anglicized usage, which is why you’ll sometimes see it discussed alongside the idea of "honor". In practice, Nora has also been used as a nickname for longer forms such as Eleanor/Eleonora in some families, so the exact path can depend on local tradition. Pronunciation is usually NOR-uh with a clear first syllable. A practical tip is that the spelling is simple, and the variant spelling Norah is also seen, especially when people want to signal the final vowel sound explicitly.

Etymology: Commonly used as a short form in Irish and English contexts, often linked to Honora (and sometimes to longer forms like Eleanor/Eleonora by nickname usage).