Pelma
Pelma is a girl baby name. Ranked #67,970 in the US, popular nicknames include Pel, Pey, and Pelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Pelma is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.
Parents who love the name Pelma often also consider Marth, Concepsion, Rayshell .
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Historical Record
Pelma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 10 babies have been named Pelma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pelma is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,970 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,970
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Pelma
Pelma is a girl name .
Pelma is currently ranked #67,970 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pelma include Pel, Pey, and Pelie. 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)
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