Holding steady.
Popularity of Sulma since 1957
Babies named Sulma per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 85 |
| 1990s | 138 |
| 2000s | 94 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Sulma is a rare Spanish given name with roots in the Hebrew Shulamith, meaning 'peaceful.' First recorded in the United States in 1957, it reached its peak year of usage in 1990 but has never entered the top 1000 rankings. Its trajectory has remained stable over the decades, with sporadic births each year. Although it has lacked the widespread appeal of more common Spanish names, Sulma retains a quiet charm for families seeking a distinctive name with a serene meaning. Its origins as a short form of Sulamita connect it to a tradition of Spanish diminutives and affectionate variations of biblical names.
Sulma is a Spanish given name, likely a short form of Sulamita, the Spanish form of Shulamith, meaning 'peaceful' in Hebrew. It has been used in Spanish-speaking communities, though its usage has been rare and sporadic in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Sibling names for Sulma
Names that share Sulma's style, for a brother or sister.
