All about the name

Ima

Female

« Ima is a Hebrew name meaning 'day', derived from the word 'yom'. »

#18666 over 5 years

Meaning, origin, history

The exact origin of this name is not established with certainty.

Meaning of the name Ima

Scholars do not fully agree on this interpretation. No definitive etymology has been confirmed.

Origin of the name Ima

The historical emergence of the name is insufficiently documented. Orthographic variations between Ima and Imma appear in historical records, reflecting regional spelling conventions.

History of the name Ima

Historical documentation of this name remains insufficiently documented.

Variants and related forms

  • Imma: A spelling variant found in historical records.
  • Ima: An alternative orthographic form.

Cultural heritage

The name appears in limited onomastic references. It does not feature in major religious texts or classical literature, and no widely recognized historical figures are exclusively associated with its spread. Its usage appears limited to specific regional contexts rather than widespread European traditions.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Ima since 1880

Total births
6,799
Total since 1880
Peak year
1927
232 births
in 2020
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0% →
vs previous 5 years