Annora is a medieval English variant of Honora, which itself derives from the Latin word for "honour" (honor). This feminine name emerged in the Middle Ages, reflecting the popularity of virtue names in medieval England, though it was particularly influenced by Norman usage. The form Annora likely arose through the common medieval habit of adding an initial vowel (prothesis) to names beginning with 'h', as seen in other variants like Alienor for Eleanor.Etymology and OriginsThe name's root is the Late Latin Honorius, meaning "honour, esteem, dignity." This was the name of a Western Roman emperor and several early saints and popes. From Honorius came the feminine Honoria, famously borne by the sister of Emperor Valentinian III. According to contemporary accounts, Honoria sought aid from Attila the Hun, leading to his invasion of Gaul. The Normans brought Honora to England and Ireland, where it evolved into forms like Annora.Cultural Significance and VariantsThough rare today, Annora was used in medieval English records. Its related diminutives include Nonie and Nora (also spelled Norah), while cognates in other languages include Enora in French, Onóra in Irish, and the Irish diminutives Nóirín and Nóra.Meaning: Honour, dignityOrigin: Latin via Norman FrenchType: Feminine given nameUsage: Medieval English, now rare