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Paloma is a feminine name used in Spanish. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘dove, pigeon’ in Spanish." It ranked #793 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘dove, pigeon’ in Spanish. The entry lists its usage as Spanish.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Paloma ranked #793 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #793 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paloma mean?
Paloma means "dove, pigeon", according to Behind the Name.
Is Paloma a popular name?
Paloma ranked #793 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Paloma a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Paloma appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Paloma — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
