Glema is of Scottish origin and means "bright, shining". It is derived from the Gaelic word "gleam", which itself comes from the Old Norse word " Gleima" meaning smooth or slippery. The name Glema was once quite common in Scotland but has since become less so, making it a unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Glema experienced periods of varying popularity between 1920 and 1953, with a notable spike in the early 1920s. However, it seems to have been less popular in the later decades, with only one year (1953) seeing more than seven births. Overall, there were 169 babies named Glema during this period.