Alma is a baby girl name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Alma was given to 10 boys, ranking No. 7755 for boys and 653 girls, ranking No. 472 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Alma
In 2024, Alma was given to 10 boys, ranking No. 7755 for boys and 653 girls, ranking No. 472 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1880 and shows 165,228 recorded births between 1880 and 2024.
Is Alma Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Alma is used mostly for girls in current records, with lighter but visible use for boys.
Why Parents Compare Alma
Parents comparing Alma often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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