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Origin & history of Zulma1
Arabic roots
Zulma is a name of Arabic origin, meaning blessed or fortunate. Zulma is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries, including Mexico, where it's pronounced ZOOL-mah. In some African cultures, Zulma is a name given to girls born on a Monday. Zulma has been used as a surname as well, with notable bearers including Argentine soccer player Zulma Conde and Mexican actress Zulma Faiad. Zulma has a strong, confident feel to it, making it a great choice for parents looking for a name that exudes power and positivity. The name Zulma is associated with the number 8 in numerology, which symbolizes balance, stability, and abundance. Zulma has a unique and exotic sound, making it a standout name in many cultures. In some cultures, Zulma is considered a unisex name, although it's more commonly given to girls. Zulma has a strong, independent vibe, making it a great choice for parents who want their child to have a name that reflects their individuality. Zulma has been used in various forms of media, including literature, film, and music. For example, Zulma is the name of a character in the novel One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Zulma is a versatile name that can be paired with a variety of middle names and surnames, offering many options for parents who want to create a unique name combination.
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Root name
The root form of Zulma is
Zulma — meaning Peace.
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Modern usage
Zulma remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Zulma?
1974
peak year
Zulma has settled into a steady rhythm — neither rising sharply nor fading, holding a consistent place in U.S. birth records. It currently ranks well outside the top 1,000 (around #13479), with about 8 babies named Zulma each year. In 1974, 52 babies received the name (ranked #1759). Total registrations across all years since 1880: roughly 1,649.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
52
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #1,759)
(ranked #1,759)
8
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
80
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
1,649
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Zulma1
Life path number
The Leader
Leadership, independence and pioneering spirit.
🌟Natural leader
⚡Independent
🔥Ambitious
💎Original thinker
Z8
U3
L3
M4
A1
Sum: 19 → Life path 1
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Personality of Zulma🌟
Independent & bold
These individuals chart their own course. They lead, they don't follow.
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Ambitious drive
Quiet determination sits behind everything they do.
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Original ideas
Their minds work differently — seeing angles others walk past.
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Natural authority
Without trying, they earn respect.
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