Mother or universal
In Hebrew, Ima is the literal word for 'mother'. Separately, it exists as a Germanic name element meaning 'whole' or 'universal', often serving as a diminutive of names like Irma or Emma. It was moderately popular in the United States during the late 19th century but is now considered very rare.
Less common today
Ima isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,163 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American philanthropist and art collector known as the First Lady of Texas
Peruvian soprano known for her extreme vocal range
