UK girl's name
Fiamma
An Italian feminine name derived from the word for "flame".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Fiamma is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Fiamma popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2016 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Fiamma. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Fiamma ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 3 girls were registered as Fiamma.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Fiamma as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5493
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2016
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Fiamma mean?
The name Fiamma has its origins in the Italian language, deriving from the Italian word "fiamma," which means "flame." This name traces its roots back to the ancient Roman era, when the Latin word "flamma" was used to describe a blaze or fire.
In ancient Roman mythology, fire played a significant role, and the personification of fire was often represented by the goddess Vesta. The name Fiamma may have been associated with this mythological figure, symbolizing warmth, passion, and energy.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Fiamma can be found in the writings of the famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri. In his literary masterpiece, the Divine Comedy, Dante mentions a character named Fiamma, who appears in the seventh circle of Purgatory.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Fiamma. One prominent figure was Fiamma Nirenstein, an Italian journalist and politician born in 1954. She served as a member of the Italian Parliament and was known for her advocacy of human rights and her support for the State of Israel.
Another notable Fiamma was Fiamma Montezemolo, an Italian film actress born in 1924. She appeared in numerous Italian movies during the 1940s and 1950s and was considered a leading figure in the Italian cinema industry of that era.
In the realm of literature, Fiamma Luzzati was an Italian writer and illustrator born in 1924. She gained recognition for her children's books, which often featured imaginative illustrations and whimsical stories.
The name Fiamma has also been associated with influential figures in the art world. Fiamma Vigo, an Italian painter born in 1908, was known for her vibrant and expressive works that captured the essence of Italian culture and landscapes.
Finally, Fiamma Munari, an Italian designer and artist born in 1930, made significant contributions to the field of graphic design and typography. Her innovative approach to typography and visual communication earned her international acclaim.
While the name Fiamma has its roots in ancient Roman culture and mythology, it has continued to resonate throughout various periods of history, carried by individuals who have left their mark in fields such as politics, cinema, literature, art, and design.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Fiamma over time
The chart below shows babies named Fiamma registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2016 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Fiamma, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Fiamma by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Fiamma was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5493 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5726 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Fiamma
- Freya 50,564
- Florence 32,908
- Francesca 18,752
- Faith 14,325
- Fatima 11,112
- Faye 8,999
- Felicity 8,554
- Frankie 6,977
- Ffion 6,115
- Flora 3,499
- Frances 3,417
- Fatimah 3,065
FAQ
Fiamma: questions and answers
How popular is the name Fiamma in the UK right now?
In 2020, Fiamma was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Fiamma most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 3 babies registered as Fiamma in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Fiamma?
An Italian feminine name derived from the word for "flame".
How many people are called Fiamma in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Fiamma across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.