Alma is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #789 in 2008 with 369 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 689 births ranking #449. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 34.9%. In 2008, approximately 1 in every 5,124 girls born was named Alma. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Alma is a short, soulful classic with gentle warmth. It is often linked with nourishment and kindness, which suits its calm sound.
The name has longstanding use across several European traditions and has returned strongly as short vintage names have come back into fashion. Its quiet depth is a big part of its charm.