Imma
Fact sheet
- Name
- Imma
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Imma is a female first name that is considered both a northern German variant of Emma, a derivative of Erma, and an independent short form of names that begin with the element 'Irm-', such as Irmgard, Irmhild, or Irmtraud.
What does the name Imma mean?
The name Imma, which derives from the northern German form of the name Emma, has a multifaceted meaning. Through the Old High German word Irmin or Ermen, meaning 'all-encompassing' or 'mighty', it also represents 'the All-Encompassing', 'the Mighty', 'the Great', and 'the Divine'. Additionally, Imma is considered a short form of the Italian and Catalan Immacolata, meaning 'the Immaculate'. In Finland, Imma is occasionally used as a boy's name, often in diminutive forms like Immanuel, Ilmari, and Ismael. Sometimes, the name is also associated with 'hardworking bee'.
Where does the name Imma come from?
The first name Imma has its roots in Old High German and Latin, with the meaning 'the All-Encompassing' being emphasized. The Old High German derivation comes from Irma, while the Latin origin is from Inmaculada, meaning 'unblemished, flawless, pure'. The name is used in various languages, including Estonian, Finnish, Italian, Catalan, Low German, Northern German, and Polish.
How do you pronounce Imma?
The pronunciation of Imma is clear and concise. The name is two syllables and is pronounced as 'Im-ma' [ˈɪma]. It begins with a short, open I sound and goes directly into the double M, which enhances the sound at the center. The final A gently opens the name outward, giving it a grounded, calm aura that feels simple, warm, and tradition-conscious.
When is the name day of Imma?
The name days for Imma are January 31, April 19, June 27, September 9, and December 10.
Popularity
In Germany, Imma is a rare first name. In the ranking of the most common female baby names, it placed 4,092nd in 2015 and reached its best position in 2012 at 1,945th. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,562nd.
Famous people
- Imma Bodmershof (Austrian writer)
- Imma Bodmershof Von (Austrian writer)
- Imma Sirressi (Italian volleyball player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Imma
What is the origin of the name Imma?
The first name Imma has its roots in Old High German and Latin. It derives from Irma and means 'the All-Encompassing'. Additionally, the Latin origin comes from Inmaculada, meaning 'unblemished' or 'pure'.
What does the name Imma mean?
Imma has a multifaceted meaning. It is often associated with 'the All-Encompassing', 'the Mighty', or 'the Divine'. It is also considered a short form of Immacolata, meaning 'the Immaculate'.
How popular is the name Imma?
Imma has varying popularity in different countries, including Finland and Italy. In Finland, it is also used as a boy's name, while in Germany and other countries, it is rather rare.