Lima

Pronunciation: [ l-EYEM-uh ]

Lima is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,723 in the US.

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Girl Name #13,723 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Lima is a girl name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EYEM-uh.

Parents who love the name Lima often also consider Lewhat, Manraj, Hari .

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Historical Record

Lima first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.

Over 81 babies have been named Lima in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Lima is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,723 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#13,723
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#13,723
Total SSA Count
9

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lima

Is Lima a boy or girl name?
Lima is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lima?
Lima is pronounced l-EYEM-uh.
How popular is the name Lima?
Lima is currently ranked #13723 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Lima a common or rare name?
Lima is an uncommon name, ranked #13723 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Lima?
Lima pairs well with Lewhat, Manraj, Hari, Paolina in style and sound.

About the Name Lima

Lima is a girl name .

Lima is currently ranked #13,723 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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