Alma: meaning of the Hebrew name
עַלְמָה
Pronounced AHL-mah
- Girl
- Hebrew
- #18 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Alma
Alma means a young woman in biblical Hebrew. That is how young Miriam is described as she watches over baby Moses in the basket. The name expresses freshness, youth and charm.
Alma in Hebrew
Alma is written עלמה in Hebrew (with vowel points: עַלְמָה). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- עAyin
- לLamed
- מMem
- הHe
Gematria value: 145 (Ayin 70 + Lamed 30 + Mem 40 + He 5)
About the name
- GenderGirl
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningyoung woman
- PronunciationAHL-mah
- Hebrewעלמה
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Alma ranked #18 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (671 babies).
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18 | 671 |
| 2023 | 24 | 568 |
| 2022 | 23 | 584 |
| 2021 | 24 | 615 |
| 2020 | 27 | 557 |
| 2019 | 25 | 615 |
| 2018 | 27 | 601 |
| 2017 | 30 | 547 |
| 2016 | 27 | 592 |
| 2015 | 26 | 593 |
| 2014 | 24 | 625 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Alma
What does the name Alma mean?
Alma means a young woman in biblical Hebrew. That is how young Miriam is described as she watches over baby Moses in the basket. The name expresses freshness, youth and charm.
How do you pronounce Alma?
Alma is pronounced AHL-mah in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Alma in Hebrew?
Alma is written עלמה in Hebrew (with vowel points: עַלְמָה).
How popular is the name Alma in Israel?
In 2024, Alma ranked #18 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (671 babies). Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Alma?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling עלמה adds up to 145 (Ayin 70 + Lamed 30 + Mem 40 + He 5).
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