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Origin & history of Ima1
Dutch / Germanic / Japanese roots
Ima is a name with several possible meanings and origins. It's a short form of names like Imogen or Immaculate. In Japanese, ima (いま) means now or currently. In Hebrew, ima (אִמָּה) means mother. Ima is also a Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning first-born daughter. Ima is a rare name in the US, with only 222 people bearing the name, according to the 2020 US Census. The name Ima has been steadily declining in popularity since the 1970s. Ima is a palindrome, meaning it reads the same backward as it does forward. Ima has been used as a shortened form of the name Imogen in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. Ima is a name with a strong, modern sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a unique yet timeless name. I hope you find these facts interesting and helpful!
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Root name
The root form of Ima is Ima — meaning Universal Woman.
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Modern usage
Ima remains a beloved choice, ranking #16 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Ima?
16
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Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 16 babies were named Ima each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
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Syllables
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Numerology
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Numerology of Ima5
Life path number
The Adventurer
Freedom, adventure and curiosity.
🌍Adventurous
🦋Free spirit
🎭Adaptable
💬Magnetic
I9
M4
A1
Sum: 14 → Life path 5
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Personality of Ima🌍
Free spirit
Adventure calls and they always answer.
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Electric energy
Things happen around them — exciting, unexpected.
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Adaptable
New situations are opportunities, never threats.
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Natural charmer
There's something magnetic about them.
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