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Irasema

Female

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Meaning, origin, history

Meaning of the name Irasema

Irasema is a feminine given name used in Spanish-speaking regions. The exact etymology is not established with certainty, though it is not derived from ancient Greek vocabulary as sometimes claimed.

Origin of the name Irasema

The name does not appear in classical Greek texts, nor does it have a documented Latin transmission. Its historical development remains insufficiently documented.

History of the name Irasema

Documented appearances in Spanish contexts are limited to later periods. Claims regarding continuous ecclesiastical or classical usage lack sufficient evidence.

Variants and related forms

  • Irasma: A variant form attested in some onomastic references.

Cultural heritage

The name does not correspond to any major historical or religious figure, nor does it carry established mythological narratives. Its cultural footprint is limited to modern personal usage without documented classical transmission.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Irasema since 1880

Total births
949
Total since 1880
Peak year
1996
40 births
in 2013
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100% ↘
vs previous 5 years