The namePalma
Palma is an Italian name of the palm, reaching its best English rank in 2025.
- Girl's name
- Latin
Meaning
Palma means "palm" in Latin, Italian and Spanish. In ancient Rome the palm branch was given to winners; in Christianity it is the symbol of martyrs and of Palm Sunday, which recalls Jesus's entry into Jerusalem.
Origin
Latin, mostly used in Italy, Spain and Hungary. Palma de Mallorca, capital of the Balearic Islands, takes its name from the Roman town of Palma, founded in 123 BC.
History
In the United States Palma was mostly given in the early 20th century, often in Italian families, and reached 699th place in 1914. It is rare today, but its link with nature and the sun gives it a fresh appeal.
Popularity of the name Palma
Palma in the United States
Palma was most popular in the United States in the 1920s, with 859 births over the decade, 24% of all recorded babies named Palma. Its rise began around 1893, and it peaked in 1925. Half of all babies named Palma in the United States were born before 1930, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Palma mean?
Palma means "palm" in Latin, Italian and Spanish. In ancient Rome the palm branch was given to winners; in Christianity it is the symbol of martyrs and of Palm Sunday, which recalls Jesus's entry into Jerusalem.
What is the origin of the name Palma?
Latin, mostly used in Italy, Spain and Hungary. Palma de Mallorca, capital of the Balearic Islands, takes its name from the Roman town of Palma, founded in 123 BC.
Is Palma a girl's or a boy's name?
Palma is a girl's name.