Yma
girl nameYma entered the US charts in 1954, peaked at #4536 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1954–2025
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rank today
#4536
peak (1957)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5145 |
| 1960s | #5809 |
| 1970s | #8180 |
| 2020s | #15088 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Yma are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Yma alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yma in 2025?
- Yma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Yma most popular?
- Yma peaked in 1957, reaching #4536 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Yma with classmates?
- Yma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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