Rising since 1986, #2,933 for girls today.
Popularity of Blima since 1950
Babies named Blima per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 108 |
| 1980s | 155 |
| 1990s | 206 |
| 2000s | 300 |
| 2010s | 433 |
| 2020s | 335 |
Meaning & origin
Blima is a Yiddish name meaning bloom or blossom. First recorded in U.S. data in 1950, it saw a resurgence in recent decades. It reached its peak rank of 2933 in 2023, with a frequency of 1 in 28,198 births. The name has been on an upward trajectory since 1986, primarily used in New York. Blima reflects a connection to Ashkenazi Jewish heritage and nature.
Blima is a Yiddish feminine name derived from the word "blum" meaning flower or bloom. It is related to the German "Blume" and the English "bloom." Blima has been used in Ashkenazi Jewish communities, often as a vernacular name.
Where Blima is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Blima
Names that share Blima's style, for a brother or sister.
