Girl · 2634th of 9,107
Belma
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
640
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1918
Peak Popularity Year
18
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Belma stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Belma is a Turkish name meaning 'beautiful waist', derived from the word 'bel'. It has evolved in its usage primarily within Turkish-speaking communities. The name is not associated with biblical figures and has gained popularity in the 20th century. Its contemporary image is seen as feminine and modern.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈbɛlmə/
Origin
Turkish
Etymology
The name Belma is derived from the Turkish word 'bel', which means 'waist' or 'hip', and 'ma', a diminutive suffix. It can also be interpreted as 'beautiful waist'.
Meaning
beautiful waist
Language Evolution
Belma
Historical Usage
The name Belma has been used in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities, gaining popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Belma, Belmahan
Modern Popularity & Image
Belma is perceived as a unique and feminine name with a modern appeal, especially within Turkish culture.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 18 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 1 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2634th of 9107 | 205 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3956th of 9204 | 96 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4831st of 12526 | 126 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9746th of 19264 | 49 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24683rd of 27321 | 8 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11045th of 35406 | 135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22988th of 30306 | 16 |