Lima
Girl nameLima has been given to 190 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It peaked in 1904. In 2025, about 1 in 160,727 girls was named Lima.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
190
Peak year
1904 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1897
10-year trend
▲ +67%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lima — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lima.
Sibling name ideas for Lima
Same era and popularity as Lima, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lima?
Lima has been given to 190 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lima peak?
Lima peaked in 1904, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Lima a girl or boy name?
Lima is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Lima are girls).
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