Ima Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ima is a name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'mother'. It has evolved from ancient Hebrew and maintains a similar form in modern Hebrew. The name embodies nurturing qualities and is recognized in various cultures. It does not have a direct biblical relevance but is rooted in the language of the Hebrew Bible. Ima has seen popularity in Jewish communities and is viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Ima is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Ima 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, 'Ima' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 559th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 559th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1908th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6963rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18582nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21694th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23856th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ima' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ima"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːmə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Ima is derived from the Hebrew word 'אִמָּא' (imma), which means 'mother'.
Meaning
mother
Language Evolution
Ancient Hebrew: אִמָּא (imma), Biblical Hebrew: אֵם (em), Modern Hebrew: אִמָּא (imma)
Historical Usage
The name Ima has been used historically in Jewish communities and has gained some recognition in modern times as a gentle and nurturing name.
Variants & Derivatives
Imma, Immae
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ima is perceived as a warm and affectionate name, often associated with maternal qualities.
Famous People
Ima Barbera, a notable figure in literature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ima"
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 "Ima"
"Ima" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 559th of 9107 | 2,862 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 559th of 9204 | 2,835 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1908th of 12526 | 605 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6963rd of 19264 | 99 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18582nd of 27321 | 22 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21694th of 35406 | 32 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23856th of 30306 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Ima" 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 "Ima" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
54.52% 772nd/1416 |
94.27% 1300th/1379 |
16.15% 382nd/2366 |
94.57% 1080th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.92% 880th/1546 |
- |
15.68% 369th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
41.99% 1198th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ima"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ima" 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.