North
/nawːrth/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
North is a English name meaning "North refers to the direction that is opposite of south. It can also symbolize guidance and a sense of direction.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, BE, Bahrain, BR. The word 'north' comes from the Old English word 'norþ', derived from the Proto-Germanic '*nurþaz', possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European root '*ner-', meaning 'left, below, north'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic nawːrth
IPA nɔːɹθ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as nawːrth. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named North
- · North West - Celebrity Child
- · North Russell - Football Player
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