Irma Polston

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Irma Polston — Germanic
122K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Irma Polston is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Irma is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Irma is a female given name. It is also used in combination with other names in the abbreviated form "Irm-," for example, Irmine, Irmela, Irmgard, Irmgardis, and Irmentraud. The name comes from the Old High German "irmin", meaning "world". There is also an unrelated Georgian given name "Irma" which comes from the Georgian word "iremi"—"deer". The name days for Irma are February 19 (Germany), March 31 (Estonia, Finland), April 7 (Sweden), May 3 (Hungary), September 10 (Czech Republic), September 18 (Poland), October 13 (Latvia), October 25 (USA), and November 14 (Slovakia). The surname Polston: Polston as a Surname originated from Sussex in England and is thought to have come from the Old English Language meaning - 'By the Pool' (though this doesn't make much etymological sense). A more accurate theory, based on related surnames, would be Polston as an alternative spelling of Paulstown (cf. Ralston "Ralph's town" and Kingston "King's town"). This is supported by historical records of the alternative spellings of Paulstown, Ireland. Andy Polston (born 1970), English footballer John Polston (born 1968), English footballer Ricky Polston (born 1956), American judge Irma is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 122K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Irma reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Irma

Germanic

Irma is a female given name. It is also used in combination with other names in the abbreviated form "Irm-," for example, Irmine, Irmela, Irmgard, Irmgardis, and Irmentraud. The name comes from the Old High German "irmin", meaning "world". There is also an unrelated Georgian given name "Irma" which comes from the Georgian word "iremi"—"deer". The name days for Irma are February 19 (Germany), March 31 (Estonia, Finland), April 7 (Sweden), May 3 (Hungary), September 10 (Czech Republic), September 18 (Poland), October 13 (Latvia), October 25 (USA), and November 14 (Slovakia).

Surname: Polston

English

Polston as a Surname originated from Sussex in England and is thought to have come from the Old English Language meaning - 'By the Pool' (though this doesn't make much etymological sense). A more accurate theory, based on related surnames, would be Polston as an alternative spelling of Paulstown (cf. Ralston "Ralph's town" and Kingston "King's town"). This is supported by historical records of the alternative spellings of Paulstown, Ireland. Andy Polston (born 1970), English footballer John Polston (born 1968), English footballer Ricky Polston (born 1956), American judge

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Irma is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Irma by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Irma Polston

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Irma Polston:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Irma?
The first name Irma originates from Germanic. Irma is a female given name. It is also used in combination with other names in the abbreviated form "Irm-," for example, Irmine, Irmela, Irmgard, Irmgardis, and Irmentraud. The name comes from the Old High German "irmin", meaning "world". There is also an unrelated Georgian given name "Irma" which comes from the Georgian word "iremi"—"deer". The name days for Irma are February 19 (Germany), March 31 (Estonia, Finland), April 7 (Sweden), May 3 (Hungary), September 10 (Czech Republic), September 18 (Poland), October 13 (Latvia), October 25 (USA), and November 14 (Slovakia).
When was Irma most popular?
The name Irma reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Polston?
The surname Polston originates from English. Polston as a Surname originated from Sussex in England and is thought to have come from the Old English Language meaning - 'By the Pool' (though this doesn't make much etymological sense). A more accurate theory, based on related surnames, would be Polston as an alternative spelling of Paulstown (cf. Ralston "Ralph's town" and Kingston "King's town"). This is supported by historical records of the alternative spellings of Paulstown, Ireland. Andy Polston (born 1970), English footballer John Polston (born 1968), English footballer Ricky Polston (born 1956), American judge
What are the origins of the name Irma Polston?
The name Irma Polston combines two different traditions: the first name Irma has Germanic roots, while the surname Polston originates from English.
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