Palma
Pronunciation: [ p-AHLM-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Palma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 745 babies have been named Palma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Palma is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,054 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #49,054
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Palma
Palma is a girl name .
Palma is currently ranked #49,054 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Palma include Pal, Pay, Paie, and Palkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Palma include Palmer . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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