Alma: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Alma · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Alma: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Nourishing, kind-hearted»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Latin
Popularity
66 out of 100
Where Alma is popular
- AlbaniaPopular
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About the Name Alma
Alma is a girl's name with Latin roots, traditionally understood to mean "Nourishing, kind-hearted." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Alma, Alma runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Alma is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Alma is a steadily chosen option, scoring 66 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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FAQ
What does the name Alma mean?+
The name Alma means "Nourishing, kind-hearted".
What is the origin of the name Alma?+
Alma is a name of Latin origin.
Is Alma a girl or boy name?+
Alma is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Alma?+
Alma is pronounced Alma (2 syllables).
Is Alma a popular name?+
Alma is a steadily chosen option, scoring 66 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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