Wilma Ivy

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Wilma Ivy — Italian
153K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Wilma Ivy is a name that combines Italian origins. The first name Wilma is a feminine given name of Italian origin. Wilma is a female given name, a feminine form of William. People with the name include: Wilma Arizapana (born 1982), Peruvian long-distance runner Wilma van den Berg (born 1947), Dutch sprinter Wilma Burgess (1939–2003), American singer Wilma Chan (1949–2021), American politician Wilma Lee Cooper (1921–2011), American singer Wilma Cosmé (born 1966), Puerto Rican singer known as Sa-Fire Wilma De Angelis (born 1931), Italian singer and TV presenter Wilma Dressel (born 1983), German rower Wilma Driessen (born 1938), Dutch opera singer Wilma Dykeman (1920–2006), American writer Wilma Elles (born 1. The surname Ivy: Ivy is a given name or surname taken from the name of the plant. It became popular as a given name in the late 1800s, along with other plant and flower names for girls. As a given name for girls, Ivy first entered the Top 200 in England and Wales in 1880, when it ranked #180, and reached the height of popularity when it was the 16th most popular name in England and Wales in 1904. It has again risen in popularity and, as of 2020, Ivy was the sixth most popular girls' name in England and Wales. It has also risen in popularity in other English- speaking countries. Wilma is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 153K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Wilma reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Wilma

Italian

Wilma is a female given name, a feminine form of William. People with the name include: Wilma Arizapana (born 1982), Peruvian long-distance runner Wilma van den Berg (born 1947), Dutch sprinter Wilma Burgess (1939–2003), American singer Wilma Chan (1949–2021), American politician Wilma Lee Cooper (1921–2011), American singer Wilma Cosmé (born 1966), Puerto Rican singer known as Sa-Fire Wilma De Angelis (born 1931), Italian singer and TV presenter Wilma Dressel (born 1983), German rower Wilma Driessen (born 1938), Dutch opera singer Wilma Dykeman (1920–2006), American writer Wilma Elles (born 1.

Surname: Ivy

English

Ivy is a given name or surname taken from the name of the plant. It became popular as a given name in the late 1800s, along with other plant and flower names for girls. As a given name for girls, Ivy first entered the Top 200 in England and Wales in 1880, when it ranked #180, and reached the height of popularity when it was the 16th most popular name in England and Wales in 1904. It has again risen in popularity and, as of 2020, Ivy was the sixth most popular girls' name in England and Wales. It has also risen in popularity in other English- speaking countries.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Wilma Ivy

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 Wilma Ivy:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Wilma?
The first name Wilma originates from Italian. Wilma is a female given name, a feminine form of William. People with the name include: Wilma Arizapana (born 1982), Peruvian long-distance runner Wilma van den Berg (born 1947), Dutch sprinter Wilma Burgess (1939–2003), American singer Wilma Chan (1949–2021), American politician Wilma Lee Cooper (1921–2011), American singer Wilma Cosmé (born 1966), Puerto Rican singer known as Sa-Fire Wilma De Angelis (born 1931), Italian singer and TV presenter Wilma Dressel (born 1983), German rower Wilma Driessen (born 1938), Dutch opera singer Wilma Dykeman (1920–2006), American writer Wilma Elles (born 1.
When was Wilma most popular?
The name Wilma reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Ivy?
The surname Ivy originates from English. Ivy is a given name or surname taken from the name of the plant. It became popular as a given name in the late 1800s, along with other plant and flower names for girls. As a given name for girls, Ivy first entered the Top 200 in England and Wales in 1880, when it ranked #180, and reached the height of popularity when it was the 16th most popular name in England and Wales in 1904. It has again risen in popularity and, as of 2020, Ivy was the sixth most popular girls' name in England and Wales. It has also risen in popularity in other English- speaking countries.
What are the origins of the name Wilma Ivy?
The name Wilma Ivy combines two different traditions: the first name Wilma has Italian roots, while the surname Ivy originates from English.
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