Paloma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Paloma is a Spanish name originating from the word for 'dove', symbolizing peace and purity. It evolved from Latin through Old Spanish and has maintained its meaning throughout history. The name is perceived positively in modern times and is associated with gentleness. It has no biblical significance but has gained popularity in the 20th century, with notable figures like Paloma Faith and Paloma Picasso.
The name Paloma is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Paloma has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Paloma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6965th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5079th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1298th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 851st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 914th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Paloma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Paloma"
Pronunciation
/pəˈloʊmə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Paloma is derived from the Spanish word for 'dove,' which symbolizes peace and purity.
Meaning
dove
Language Evolution
Latin: palumba, Old Spanish: paloma
Historical Usage
Paloma gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, especially during the 20th century, and is often associated with peace.
Variants & Derivatives
Pablo, Palomita
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Paloma is viewed positively, often associated with gentleness and tranquility.
Famous People
Paloma Faith, Paloma Picasso
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Paloma"
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 "Paloma"
"Paloma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6965th of 9107 | 17 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5079th of 19264 | 167 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1298th of 27321 | 1,918 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 851st of 35406 | 4,760 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 914th of 30306 | 3,554 |
Regional Popularity of "Paloma" 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 "Paloma" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
47.73% 1930th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
54.93% 2024th/3685 |
35.91% 1607th/4475 |
22.47% 1167th/5194 |
12.46% 787th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.41% 1256th/4582 |
24.17% 1248th/5164 |
12.44% 910th/7313 |
7.60% 567th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.56% 1297th/3984 |
23.16% 1039th/4487 |
16.48% 1124th/6822 |
9.03% 567th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Paloma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Paloma" 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.