Girl Name · Spanish Origin
Paloma
Paloma — a girl name from the Spanish tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Dove", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Palma is on your shortlist, Paloma belongs in the same conversation.
Paloma meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Dove
Origin: Spanish naming roots help connect Paloma to related Spanish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Paloma as P·A·L·O·M·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Paloma is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Paloma variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Palomaa, Palomae, Palomay, Palom.
- Nicknames: Pal and P.
- Middle names: Pair Paloma with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Paloma middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Palma, Pauline, Paulina, Paulino, Pollyanna — full picks on the sibling names for Paloma guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Paloma? Browse our names like Paloma guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Paloma
What does the name Paloma mean?
Paloma means "Dove" and is of Spanish origin.
What is the origin of Paloma?
Paloma originates in Spanish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Paloma?
Paloma has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Paloma a boy's or girl's name?
Paloma is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Paloma in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Paloma sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Paloma?
Names that share Paloma's sound and style include Palma, Pauline, Paulina, Paulino, Pollyanna.
What middle names pair well with Paloma?
Good middle-name fits for Paloma pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Paloma is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Paloma is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Paloma?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Paloma share its rhythm without rhyming — Palma, Pauline, Paulina all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.