The nameIsma
Isma is a name of Arabic origin, mostly for girls.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
From the Arabic isma, "protection, preservation".
Origin
Arabic.
History
In France it has been given since the 1970s, most often around 2000.
Popularity of the name Isma
Isma in France
2775thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2001peak year (30 births)
690babies named Isma in France since 1900
Isma was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 175 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Isma. Its rise began around 1972, and it peaked in 2001. Half of all babies named Isma in France were born before 2004. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 20 births a year on average, against 17 in the five years before.
Isma in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isma mean?
From the Arabic isma, "protection, preservation".
What is the origin of the name Isma?
Arabic.
Is Isma a girl's or a boy's name?
Isma is a girl's name.