Alma: name meaning and origin

Alma

nourishing; soul

Latin · Girl · 2 syllables

Alma is a Latin name meaning "nourishing; soul". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Al, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Sibling names for Alma

  • Alma & Mabel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Alma & Rose Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Alma & Caleb Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Alma & David Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Alma & Esme Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Alma & Ivy Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Alma & Levi Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Alma & Ruth Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Alma

What does the name Alma mean?

Alma is a Latin name meaning "nourishing; soul".

How many syllables are in Alma?

Alma has 2 syllables (Al-ma), with the stress usually on "Al".

Is Alma a boy's or girl's name?

Alma is traditionally a girl's name.