Alma

Girl's name

Alma is of Latin origin, meaning "nourishing" or "kind." It is derived from the Latin word "alma," which translates to "nourishing" or "kind."

Meaning Nourishing
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 653 Rising
Peak year 1918

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Notable Namesakes

  • Alma Mahler - Composer and socialite in early 20th century Vienna.
  • Alma Zadic - Austrian Minister of Justice.
  • Alma Deutscher - Composer, pianist, and violinist.
  • Alma Gluck - American soprano opera singer.
  • Alma Levant Hayden - First African American woman to earn a Ph.D. in chemistry.
  • Alma Rubens - Silent film actress in the 1910s and 1920s.
  • Alma Katsu - Author known for historical and horror fiction.
  • Alma Jodorowsky - French actress and model.
  • Alma Har'el - Israeli filmmaker and music video director.
  • Alma Powell - Wife of former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell.

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