Paloma

Girl's name

Paloma is a Spanish name derived from the Latin word "palumbus," meaning dove.

Meaning Dove
Origin Spanish
U.S. births in 2023 267
Peak year 2009

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Paloma Picasso - Jewelry designer, daughter of Pablo Picasso.
  • Paloma Faith - Singer-songwriter known for soulful voice.
  • Paloma Herrera - Former principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre.
  • Paloma Jiménez - Mexican model, partner of actor Vin Diesel.
  • Paloma San Basilio - Spanish singer and actress.
  • Paloma Baeza - British actress and director.
  • Paloma Mami - Chilean-American singer and songwriter.
  • Paloma Kwiatkowski - Canadian actress known for "Percy Jackson" films.

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