Alma
Meaning: Nourishing, soul
Origin: Latin/Italian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Italy: #241
Total births: 2,418
History: From Latin 'almus' meaning nourishing or kind, also connected to Italian 'anima' meaning soul. A poetic name used in Italy since the Renaissance.
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| Current rank (2024) | #77 |
| Babies named Alma in 2024 | 364 |
| Total recorded in Italy | 2,418 |
| Peak year | 2024 (364 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #77 |
| Years in records | 2000–2024 (23 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 65 spots |
Frequently asked about Alma
What does the name Alma mean?
Alma means “Nourishing, soul” from Latin/Italian roots.
What is the origin of the name Alma?
Alma has Latin/Italian origin. The traditional meaning is “Nourishing, soul”.
How popular is Alma in Italy?
Alma ranked #77 in Italy in 2024 — given to 364 babies that year.
When was Alma most popular?
Alma peaked in 2024 with 364 babies registered that year in Italy.
Is Alma a boy or girl name?
Alma is predominantly a girls' name in Italy — over 90% of Almas in registered births are female.
Is the name Alma rising or falling in popularity?
Alma has risen 65 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Italy — from #142 in 2019 to #77 in 2024.
How long has Alma been recorded in Italy?
Alma appears in birth records in Italy across 23 years — from 2000 through 2024.