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The baby name Puma is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈpuːmə/ (POO-mə); Spanish: /ˈpuma/ (POO-ma).

Puma is Quechua in Origin.

Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: Quechua
Pronunciation: /ˈpuːmə/ (POO-mə); Spanish: /ˈpuma/ (POO-ma)

What is the meaning of the name Puma ?

The baby name Puma is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈpuːmə/ (POO-mə); Spanish: /ˈpuma/ (POO-ma).

Puma is Quechua in Origin.

From Quechua puma, meaning “cougar” or “mountain lion,” the name entered Spanish and then global vocabularies as the term for the sleek New World cat. In Andean iconography the puma signified earthly power, agility, and guardianship - the city plan of Cusco was even said to resemble a puma - so the name carries associations of strength, stealth, and grace. Because the word is short and internationally familiar, Puma reads clearly across languages.

As a given name it is modern and rare, used for all genders, with occasional visibility through artists and celebrity children (e.g., singer Erykah Badu’s daughter). Usage appears sporadically in English- and Spanish-speaking communities and among families with Andean heritage. The sportswear brand adds contemporary, athletic overtones. Variants are minimal; spelling is typically Puma. Informal diminutives include Pumita in Spanish and Pumi in English as playful nicknames.

Puma has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Puma

Puma Swede Actor · Born 1976 · Sweden Puma Swede is a Swedish actress known for her work in the adult film industry. She gained popularity for her performances and has appeared in numerous films throughout her career. Born in 1976, she has also made appearances in mainstream media and reality TV shows.

Celebrity babies named Puma

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Puma Sabti Curry Erykah Badu singer ★★★★★ The D.O.C. record producer ★★★★★

Puma – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
FJ Boys 0 #17 1 603
MO 0 #52 1 2,706
AF 0 #76 1 1,883
TW 0 #102 2 4,523
GE Girls 0 #107 2 1,564
GE Boys 0 #110 1 2,055
BN Girls 0 #113 2 5,459
CY Boys 0 #131 1 3,473
ID Boys 0 #135 1 4,130
BN Boys 0 #137 3 6,332
LT Boys 0 #151 1 2,166
Sweden Girls 2007 #169 3 1,297
HU Boys 0 #174 1 3,954
PR Boys 0 #178 1 2,508
LU Girls 0 #190 1 4,850
AR 0 #193 1 2,915
LT Girls 0 #198 3 1,904
HU Girls 0 #225 1 3,308
AL Girls 0 #226 2 4,141
MO Boys 0 #233 2 5,842
NA Girls 0 #235 3 7,146
EC Boys 0 #246 1 3,322
AO Boys 0 #248 2 5,568
NA Boys 0 #249 5 6,830
PT 0 #250 1 4,161
TW Boys 0 #251 6 7,111
HR Boys 0 #258 2 3,997
GR Boys 0 #271 3 6,912
NG 0 #272 1 5,926
KZ Boys 0 #295 2 6,578
AL Boys 0 #303 1 5,122
CZ Boys 0 #303 3 6,530
SA 0 #312 1 10,560
PE 0 #323 7 6,350
KZ Girls 0 #329 4 5,862
CN Boys 0 #331 1 9,639
GT 0 #336 3 5,948
PL Boys 0 #336 5 6,459
GH Girls 0 #337 1 6,973
QA Girls 0 #343 1 15,378
CZ Girls 0 #350 2 5,378
MY 0 #354 1 12,352
GH Boys 0 #359 3 8,138
PL Girls 0 #361 4 5,096
MU Boys 0 #367 3 8,477
PT Boys 0 #375 7 7,951
BO 0 #401 8 6,868
BD Girls 0 #406 1 8,413
PH Boys 0 #406 3 11,440
UY Boys 0 #410 4 5,922
OM Girls 0 #423 2 15,987
CL 0 #434 1 6,867
MX 0 #442 4 8,339
AR Boys 0 #456 12 7,628
GT Boys 0 #461 14 7,625
SD Boys 0 #466 1 10,523
ZA 0 #472 3 14,421
RU Girls 0 #489 10 11,913
PA Boys 0 #500 6 9,305
CR Boys 0 #504 7 10,188
CO 0 #509 2 7,768
HK Boys 0 #518 10 12,905
RU Boys 0 #519 8 12,621
IQ Girls 0 #525 1 11,303
IR Girls 0 #542 4 8,334
LY 0 #553 7 12,703
IR Boys 0 #557 9 10,162
PS Boys 0 #558 4 10,655
CM Girls 0 #559 2 11,671
KW Girls 0 #559 3 19,177
CM Boys 0 #570 6 12,054
BO Boys 0 #574 19 9,244
BH 0 #586 2 17,937
AE Girls 0 #595 3 20,968
IL Boys 0 #620 6 10,983
AR Girls 0 #627 4 8,289
SG Girls 0 #631 2 18,916
MX Boys 0 #640 372 16,355
BO Girls 0 #644 8 9,488
HK Girls 0 #645 6 16,104
IL Girls 0 #645 1 11,648
IN Girls 0 #652 3 13,121
CL Boys 0 #656 10 13,390
IQ Boys 0 #695 3 13,071
QA Boys 0 #736 8 18,093
SG Boys 0 #737 3 17,960
BR Boys 0 #783 3 12,213
PE Boys 0 #791 88 14,506
KW Boys 0 #803 4 18,755
TN 0 #820 10 13,765
CO Boys 0 #855 66 15,656
Spain Boys 0 #906 25 5,610
OM Boys 0 #911 8 17,948
CL Girls 0 #913 3 14,098
SA Girls 0 #924 12 25,931
EG Boys 0 #925 1 15,035
PE Girls 0 #927 17 14,861
Germany Boys 0 #931 22 5,697
BR Girls 0 #992 1 12,708
NG Boys 0 #994 8 16,906
EG Girls 0 #1,009 1 14,742
IN Boys 0 #1,033 7 16,750
MY Girls 0 #1,069 4 24,821
MY Boys 0 #1,079 33 25,439
AE Boys 0 #1,082 11 22,615
MA 0 #1,107 22 20,986
DZ 0 #1,114 63 20,130
ZA Girls 0 #1,129 13 25,928
ZA Boys 0 #1,145 34 25,619
CO Girls 0 #1,151 2 16,140
MX Girls 0 #1,171 13 17,781
TR 0 #1,246 9 19,440
IT Girls 0 #1,429 18 9,415
IT Boys 0 #1,432 40 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,575 40 28,008

Puma is popular in 67 countries — most recent births per country:

Sweden
AE
AF
AL
AO

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People also ask about Puma

Puma is a unisex name, given to both boys and girls.
Puma is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈpuːmə/ (POO-mə); Spanish: /ˈpuma/ (POO-ma).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Pumita (Spanish diminutive).
Yes — Puma ranked #169 in Sweden in 2007.
Yes — 1 notable people named Puma are in our database, including Puma Swede (Actor).
Yes — at least 1 celebrity couple has chosen Puma for their child, including Erykah Badu and The D.O.C..