Paloma
Paloma first appears in US records in 1921. It peaked in 2009, when 411 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 343.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Paloma popular?
Steady Paloma has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2009.
| 2020s | 1,741 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,230 | |
| 2000s | 3,065 | |
| 1990s | 1,877 | |
| 1980s | 699 | |
| 1970s | 131 | |
| 1960s | 5 | |
| 1920s | 17 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Paloma mean?
Paloma is the Spanish word for “dove,” a symbol of peace.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paloma mean?
Paloma means Dove. Paloma is the Spanish word for “dove,” a symbol of peace.
What is the origin of the name Paloma?
Paloma is of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Paloma?
Paloma is pronounced “pah-LOH-mah.”
Is Paloma a boy or a girl name?
Paloma is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Paloma a popular name right now?
Paloma has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2009.
How popular is the name Paloma?
In 2025, Paloma ranked #793 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Paloma most popular?
Paloma was most popular in 2009, when about 411 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Paloma?
Names similar to Paloma include Esperanza, Alba, Pilar, Renata, Julieta.
What names go well with Paloma?
Spanish names that pair well with Paloma include Angel, Mateo, Sebastian, Santiago, Savannah.