Gender Feminine
Pronounced Pron. AL-mə(English) AL-ma(Spanish)  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

This name became popular after the Battle of Alma (1854), which took place near the River Alma in Crimea and ended in a victory for Britain and France. However, the name was in rare use before the battle; it was probably inspired by Latin almus "nourishing". It also coincides with the Spanish word meaning "the soul".

Related Names

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Popularity

People think this name is

classic   mature   formal   upper class   natural   wholesome   refined   strange   simple   serious  

Name Days

Austria: May 23
Estonia: February 12
Finland: May 28
Latvia: February 25
Norway: September 8
Sweden: September 8

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Entry updated June 9, 2023