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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Dove
- Origin
- Spanish (from Latin)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- puh-LOH-mah
Paloma is a Spanish name, from Latin, meaning dove, pronounced puh-LOH-mah. It has a bohemian, free-spirit feel and a sense of wandering nature and far-off places, which fits neatly with the image of a dove in flight. If you like names that carry a global, nature-leaning quality, Paloma is worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Paloma
Meaning: Dove.
Origin: Spanish (from Latin).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Paloma
puh-LOH-mahIPA /pəˈloʊmə/
Popularity of Paloma
Paloma hit its high point in 2010, ranking #703 with 407 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had eased to #971, with 267 babies named Paloma — fewer than at its 2010 peak, but still in steady use.
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FAQ
What does the name Paloma mean?
Dove. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Paloma?
Paloma is pronounced puh-LOH-mah (IPA: /pəˈloʊmə/).
Is Paloma a popular name right now?
Paloma peaked at #703 in 2010 and is ranked #971 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1921–2024.)
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