Origin and Meaning of Pamalla

Drifting Flower / All-encompassing

Origin: English - The name Pamalla is a variant of Pamela, which was coined by Sir Philip Sidney in the 16th century for his poem 'The Arcadia'. The name is thought to be derived from Greek words meaning 'all' (pan) and 'honey' (meli) or from 'Pamela' meaning 'all honey'.

• Pamalla is a relatively modern name and is less commonly used than its root name, Pamela.
• The name rose in popularity mainly in English-speaking countries, particularly around the mid-20th century.
• Notable bearers include Pamela Anderson, the Canadian-American actress and model, which influenced the popularity of the name Pamela but also variants like Pamalla.
• While Pamalla is not widely ranked in baby name popularity lists, Pamela has seen decline in usage since the 1990s.
• Similar names and variations include Pamela, Pam, and Pammie.