Pema
girl namePema entered the US charts in 2001, peaked at #7281 in 2022, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2001–2025
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rank today
#7281
peak (2022)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #13015 |
| 2010s | #9859 |
| 2020s | #9736 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Pema has been most popular in New York, California.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Pema are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pema is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pema in 2025?
- Pema is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Pema most popular?
- Pema peaked in 2022, reaching #7281 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pema with classmates?
- Pema will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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