Helma
Fact sheet
- Name
- Helma
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Helma is an independent short form of various names that begin with 'Helm-' or end with '-helm'. Examples include Helmgard, Helmtraud, or Wilhelma.
What does the name Helma mean?
Helma, a girl's name, is derived from names that begin with 'Helm-' or end with '-helm'. The direct translation of the name is 'the protector', 'the helmeted one', or 'the guardian'. The roots of the name lie in Old High German, where the word 'helm' means 'the helmet', 'the covering', 'the protection', and 'the shelter'.
Where does the name Helma come from?
The name Helma has its origins in Old High German and means 'the protector'.
How do you pronounce Helma?
The pronunciation of Helma is clear and two-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Hel-ma' [ˈhɛlma]. It begins with an open E sound that radiates a certain clarity. The consonant cluster '-lm-' makes the middle part compact, while the open A at the end of the name adds a warm touch. This makes Helma down-to-earth and determined - clear, calm, and sonically balanced.
When is the name day of Helma?
Helma celebrates her name day on May 31 and October 15.
Popularity
In Germany, Helma is among the more common first names. Currently, it ranks 1,333rd on the list of the most popular female first names. The highest placement was achieved in 2018 with 1,253rd place. In the last ten years, Helma has been chosen as a first name about 160 times, which gives it a 1,869th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,031st.
Nicknames & pet names
Heli / Helmchen / Helmi / Helmile / Helmine
Similar first names
Famous people
- Franziska Helma Pixis (German opera singer)
- Helma Cardauns (writer from Germany)
- Helma Chrenko (historian from Germany)
- Helma Gautier (Austrian actress)
- Helma Heymann (writer from Germany)
- Helma Holthausen-Krüll (German artist)
- Helma Lehmann (German racing rower)
- Helma Notte (athlete from Germany)
- Helma Poschner (reporter)
- Helma Sanders-Brahms (film director)
- Helma Schimke (Austrian architect)
- Helma Seitz (American actress)
- Helma von Feldmann (German sculptor)
Frequently asked questions about the name Helma
What is the origin of the name Helma?
The name Helma has its roots in Old High German and is common in the languages of Old German, German, and Dutch.
What does the name Helma mean?
Helma means 'the protector' and is derived from terms that begin with 'Helm-' or end with '-helm', where 'helm' stands for protection, covering, or shelter.
How popular is the name Helma?
Helma is a traditional name that has lost popularity in recent years, but still possesses a nostalgic and strong character.