Paloma
Paloma is a girls' name of Spanish origin meaning “dove, symbol of peace.” It ranked #515 in the United States in 2025. Paloma means 'dove' in Spanish, a universal symbol of peace and love.
how do you pronounce Paloma?
pah-LOH-mah
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what does Paloma mean?
The name Paloma means “dove, symbol of peace.” It comes from the Spanish language tradition.
Paloma means 'dove' in Spanish, a universal symbol of peace and love. The name is connected to La Paloma, one of the most popular songs ever written, and to Pablo Picasso's famous dove drawings. Picasso named his daughter Paloma, born during the 1949 Paris Peace Conference.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #515 |
| 2023 | #530 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Paloma?
- Paloma Picasso (French-Spanish designer, daughter of Pablo Picasso)
- Paloma Faith (British singer)
what names are similar to Paloma?
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