The name Alma means Nourishing and is of Latin origin. Alma is a name that's been used primarily by parents who are considering baby names for girls.
Originally from the Latin, Almus, meaning "nourishing" but also a Spanish word meaning "the soul."
Name was first used following the Battle of Alma in the Crimean War.
Stats for the Name Alma
Alma is currently not ranked on the Baby Names popularity charts Alma is currently #616 in U.S. birthsSongs about Alma
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Alma - Tom Lehrer
Alma Matters - Morrissey
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