Zalma

Zalma is a girl baby name. Ranked #30,679 in the US, popular nicknames include Zal, Zay, and Zalie.

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Girl Name #30,679 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Zalma is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Zalma often also consider Jonbenet, Baile, Mycha .

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Historical Record

Zalma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.

Over 89 babies have been named Zalma in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Zalma is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,679 for girl names in the US .

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#30,679
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#30,679
Total SSA Count
6

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Zal Zay Zalie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zalma

Is Zalma a boy or girl name?
Zalma is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Zalma?
Zalma is currently ranked #30679 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zalma?
Common nicknames for Zalma include Zal, Zay, and Zalie.
Is Zalma a common or rare name?
Zalma is an uncommon name, ranked #30679 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Zalma?
Zalma pairs well with Jonbenet, Baile, Mycha, Samrah in style and sound.

About the Name Zalma

Zalma is a girl name .

Zalma is currently ranked #30,679 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Zalma include Zal, Zay, and Zalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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