Palma

Q: What is the origin of Palma?

Palma is of Latin origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Palma?

According to the latest SSA data, Palma is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Palma a girl name?

Palma is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Palm Tree"

Palma is a Latin and Spanish name associated with the palm tree and with Mediterranean place-name traditions.

Themes:treelatintoponymfeminine

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Palma

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Palma did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

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not ranked after 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Palma Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Palma.

8 ideas

palm

Nickname

alma

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paly

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palmay

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lmay

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palmaie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Palma

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Palma mean?

Palma means "Palm Tree". Palma is a Latin and Spanish name associated with the palm tree and with Mediterranean place-name traditions.

What is the origin of Palma?

Palma is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Palma?

According to the latest SSA data, Palma is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Palma a girl name?

Palma is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Palma?

Popular nicknames for Palma include palm, alma, paly, palmay, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Palma?

There are many names similar to Palma in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin, Spanish

Syllables2

Length5 letters

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withP

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Anton Antony Austen Antone Artis

Sisters

Antonia Alta Avis Augusta Adrian

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