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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Palm tree

There’s nothing quite like basking in the summer sun beneath a tall palm tree softly blowing in the wind. Give baby that summer sun feeling forever with the sweet feminine name Palmyra. Of Latin origin, Palmyra means “palm tree” and has a selection of variations, including the more popular moniker Palma. As well as a given name, Palmyra is also a place name for an ancient city in Syria that boasts a wealth of historical significance. With a name like Palmyra, baby will always be surrounded by the serenity and tranquility of the wondrous palm tree.