Gema Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Gema originates from Spanish, meaning 'gem' or 'precious stone'. It evolved from the Latin word 'gemma' and has retained its association with beauty and value throughout its history. It is not biblically relevant, but has gained popularity in modern times as a feminine name. Gema is generally perceived as elegant and charming, with notable bearers contributing to its recognition.
The name Gema is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gema has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gema' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7962nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5273rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3058th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2480th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2263rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gema' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gema"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪmə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Gema is derived from the Spanish word for 'gem' or 'precious stone', which symbolizes beauty and value.
Meaning
gem, precious stone
Language Evolution
Gema (modern Spanish), Gemma (Latin), Gemma (Classical Latin)
Historical Usage
Gema has been used in Spanish-speaking cultures and gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name associated with beauty and value.
Variants & Derivatives
Gemma, Gemmie, Gemaï
Modern Popularity & Image
Gema is viewed positively in modern times, often associated with elegance and charm.
Famous People
Gema López (Spanish television presenter), Gema Ruiz (Spanish artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gema"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gema"
"Gema" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7962nd of 12526 | 34 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5273rd of 19264 | 158 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3058th of 27321 | 546 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2480th of 35406 | 1,102 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2263rd of 30306 | 983 |
Regional Popularity of "Gema" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gema" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
49.16% 1988th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
54.31% 2821st/5194 |
22.18% 1401st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.24% 3264th/4582 |
- |
31.16% 2279th/7313 |
18.40% 1373rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
29.14% 1988th/6822 |
23.34% 1465th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gema"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gema" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.