Leoma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leoma originates from Greek, meaning 'people'. It has evolved through various forms and retains its feminine suffix. The name reflects traits of strength and community, with no significant biblical relevance. It has seen usage since the late 19th century and is perceived as unique in modern times.
The name Leoma is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. 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, Leoma has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Leoma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1252nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1860th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4852nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Leoma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leoma"
Pronunciation
/liˈoʊ.mə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Leoma is derived from the Greek word 'leos' meaning 'people' or 'nation', combined with the feminine suffix '-ma'.
Meaning
People
Language Evolution
Leoma, Leomah, Leomai
Historical Usage
Leoma has been used since the late 19th century, but it did not gain widespread popularity until the mid-20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Leomah, Leomai, Leo
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leoma is considered a unique and vintage name, often associated with strength and community.
Famous People
Leoma Lovegrove, an American artist known for her vibrant paintings.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leoma"
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 "Leoma"
"Leoma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1252nd of 9107 | 662 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1860th of 9204 | 355 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4852nd of 12526 | 125 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Leoma" 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 "Leoma" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
50.72% 1200th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
76.07% 1790th/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leoma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leoma" 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.