Alma Abbott

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alma Abbott — English
172K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alma Abbott is a name that combines English origins. The first name Alma is a feminine given name of English origin. Alma ( AHL-mə) or (according to Jones 1997) /'ælmə/) is an English feminine given name, but has historically been used in the masculine form as well, sometimes in the form Almo. The origin of the name is debated; it may have been derived from "alma mater" ("benevolent mother", a title used for the Virgin Mary, and in antiquity, for several goddesses). It gained popularity after the Battle of Alma in the 19th century and appeared as a fashionable name for girls and a popular place name, but it has decreased in appearance in the 20th and 21st centuries. The surname Abbott: Abiel Abbot (1770–1828), American pastor Alan Abbott (1926–2008), English cricketer Alfred N. Abbott (1862–1929), American farmer and politician Alice Balch Abbot (1867–1937), American writer Amos Abbott (1786–1868), American Congressman Anderson Ruffin Abbott (1837–1913), Canadian physician Anne Abbott (1808–1908), American designer and writer Anthony Abbott (1930–2023), Canadian politician Aubrey Abbott (1886–1975), Australian politician Augustus Abbott (1804–1867), British army officer Austin Abbott (1831–1896), American lawyer and academic Bec Abbot (born 1971), Canadian singer Belle K. Alma is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 172K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alma reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alma

English

Alma ( AHL-mə) or (according to Jones 1997) /'ælmə/) is an English feminine given name, but has historically been used in the masculine form as well, sometimes in the form Almo. The origin of the name is debated; it may have been derived from "alma mater" ("benevolent mother", a title used for the Virgin Mary, and in antiquity, for several goddesses). It gained popularity after the Battle of Alma in the 19th century and appeared as a fashionable name for girls and a popular place name, but it has decreased in appearance in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Surname: Abbott

English

Abiel Abbot (1770–1828), American pastor Alan Abbott (1926–2008), English cricketer Alfred N. Abbott (1862–1929), American farmer and politician Alice Balch Abbot (1867–1937), American writer Amos Abbott (1786–1868), American Congressman Anderson Ruffin Abbott (1837–1913), Canadian physician Anne Abbott (1808–1908), American designer and writer Anthony Abbott (1930–2023), Canadian politician Aubrey Abbott (1886–1975), Australian politician Augustus Abbott (1804–1867), British army officer Austin Abbott (1831–1896), American lawyer and academic Bec Abbot (born 1971), Canadian singer Belle K.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alma is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alma by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alma Abbott:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alma?
The first name Alma originates from English. Alma ( AHL-mə) or (according to Jones 1997) /'ælmə/) is an English feminine given name, but has historically been used in the masculine form as well, sometimes in the form Almo. The origin of the name is debated; it may have been derived from "alma mater" ("benevolent mother", a title used for the Virgin Mary, and in antiquity, for several goddesses). It gained popularity after the Battle of Alma in the 19th century and appeared as a fashionable name for girls and a popular place name, but it has decreased in appearance in the 20th and 21st centuries.
When was Alma most popular?
The name Alma reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Abbott?
The surname Abbott originates from English. Abiel Abbot (1770–1828), American pastor Alan Abbott (1926–2008), English cricketer Alfred N. Abbott (1862–1929), American farmer and politician Alice Balch Abbot (1867–1937), American writer Amos Abbott (1786–1868), American Congressman Anderson Ruffin Abbott (1837–1913), Canadian physician Anne Abbott (1808–1908), American designer and writer Anthony Abbott (1930–2023), Canadian politician Aubrey Abbott (1886–1975), Australian politician Augustus Abbott (1804–1867), British army officer Austin Abbott (1831–1896), American lawyer and academic Bec Abbot (born 1971), Canadian singer Belle K.
How common is the surname Abbott?
The surname Abbott is shared by approximately 53K people worldwide.
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