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Irma vs Alima

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irma

Girl #2,608 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"whole, universal"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,608
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Alima

Girl #5,598 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"wise, learned, knowledgeable"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Swahili East African Islamic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,598
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Irma Rank #2,608
Alima Rank #5,598

Irma is more popular, ranked #2608 vs #5598 for Alima.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irma or Alima more popular?

Irma is more popular, ranked #2608 compared to Alima at #5598 in the United States.

What do Irma and Alima mean?

Irma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin). Alima means "wise, learned, knowledgeable" (Arabic origin).

Are Irma and Alima boy or girl names?

Irma is primarily a girl name. Alima is primarily a girl name.

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