Alma
Meaning of Alma
The name Alma is a beautiful and timeless choice for a baby girl, with a rich history and multicultural appeal. Originating from Latin, the name Alma means "nurturing" or "soul," which adds a lovely depth to its significance. In Spanish, it is pronounced as AHL-mah (/ˈalma/), while in English, it is commonly pronounced as AHL-muh (/ˈɑːlmə/). The name has been used consistently over the years, maintaining a steady presence in the United States. Notably popular in the early 20th century, Alma experienced peaks of popularity during the 1920s and has seen a resurgence in recent years, ranking 461st in 2023. One notable variation of this name is Almira. With its simple elegance and profound meaning, Alma remains an enduring favorite among parents seeking a name that is both classic and meaningful.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as AHL-mah (/ˈalma/)
English
- Pronunced as AHL-muh (/ˈɑːlmə/)
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Notable People Named Alma
| Alma Woodsey Thomas was a prominent African-American artist and teacher known for her vibrant and abstract paintings, making her a significant figure in 20th-century American art. |
| Alma Elizabeth Deutscher is a British composer, pianist, violinist, and conductor who gained fame as a child prodigy for composing operas, concertos, and sonatas at a remarkably young age. |
| Alma Mahler-Werfel was a prolific Austrian composer, author, and socialite known for her nearly fifty songs for voice and piano and works in other genres. |
| Alma Sundquist - Alma Maria Katarina Sundquist (1872–1940) was a pioneering Swedish physician, women's rights activist, and advocate for women's suffrage, sexual education, and better working conditions for women. |
| Alma Har'el is an Israeli-American music video and film director, best known for her award-winning feature film debut Honey Boy. |
| Alma, also known as Alexandra Maquet, is a French singer and songwriter who represented France in the Eurovision Song Contest 2017 with the song "Requiem", finishing twelfth. |
| Alma Clavering Howard Rolleston Ebert was a Canadian-born English radiobiologist known for her fundamental contribution to cell biology, including the creation of the concept of the cell cycle and the universal nomenclature for its stages. |
| Alma-Sofia Miettinen, also known as Alma, is a Finnish singer and songwriter who gained recognition after appearing on the Finnish version of Idol and being signed to Universal Music Group. |
| Alma Maximiliana Karlin was a pioneering Slovenian traveler, writer, and polyglot who became one of the first European women to travel around the world solo. |
| Alma Lucy Reville, Lady Hitchcock was an influential English screenwriter and film editor, known for her collaborations with her husband, renowned film director Alfred Hitchcock, as well as her work with other directors. |
| Alma Moreno, born Venesa Moreno Lacsamana, is a well-known Filipina actress and politician. |
| Alma Katsu is an American writer known for her adult fiction, which has been translated into multiple languages and published internationally. |
| Alma Bell Wilson was a trailblazing Oklahoma attorney who made history as the second female district judge in the state, the first woman to serve on the Oklahoma Supreme Court, and the first woman chief justice, receiving numerous awards and honors throughout her career. |
| Alma Siedhoff-Buscher, a German designer, is known for her training at the Reimann School, Unterrichtsanstalt des Kunstgewerbemuseums Berlin, and the Bauhaus. |
| Alma Gluck was a Romanian-born American lyric soprano. |
