Gilma
Gilma is a girl baby name. Ranked #24,337 in the US, popular nicknames include Gil, Giy, and Gilie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Gilma is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.
Parents who love the name Gilma often also consider Alvin, Sulani, Concepcion .
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Historical Record
Gilma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 112 babies have been named Gilma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gilma is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #24,337 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #24,337
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Gilma
Gilma is a girl name .
Gilma is currently ranked #24,337 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gilma include Gil, Giy, and Gilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis