MallowbyNames

Aloma

uh-LOH-muh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Aloma, from a place name or a modern coinage.

Peak popularity
1942
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Aloma since 1925

Babies named Aloma per year in U.S. Social Security records.

499814719602000Most births 1942Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1920s73
1930s58
1940s469
1950s108
1960s85
1970s39
1980s15
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Aloma is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1925, with its peak usage in 1942. According to Social Security data, the name never ranked in the top 1,000, and its trajectory has been relatively stable since its initial appearance. The name's sudden emergence in the mid-1920s, along with its lack of clear etymological roots outside of modern coinage, suggests it may have originated as a brand or place name. While never widespread, Aloma has maintained a small but consistent presence, with its most notable year being 1942. No top states were recorded for this name due to its rarity. Parents considering Aloma today should be aware that it is a distinctive, uncommon choice with little historical baggage.

The name Aloma first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1925, with peak usage in 1942. It may be derived from the Aloma Motel or other mid-century commercial names, or possibly a variant of the name Aloma, which itself is of uncertain origin. No clear linguistic root has been established.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Loma

Sibling names for Aloma

Names that share Aloma's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Aloma mean?
The meaning of Aloma is uncertain. It may be a modern coinage or a variant of other names, but no definitive origin has been identified.
How popular is the name Aloma?
Aloma first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1925 and reached its peak popularity in 1942. It has not been in the top 1,000 names in recent decades and is considered a rare name.
Is Aloma a girl's name or a boy's name?
Aloma is almost exclusively used as a girl's name based on U.S. Social Security data.