Paloma

At a Glance: Name: Paloma – Meaning: dove – Origin: Spanish (from Latin) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: puh-LOH-mah

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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

Phonetic: puh-LOH-mah   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1921–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Paloma mean?

Dove. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Paloma)

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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