Alma Alexandre
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Alma Alexandre 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 Alexandre: Aaron Alexandre (c.1765–1850), German-born French-English chess player and writer Caio Alexandre (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Guy Alexandre (1945–2014), Haitian diplomat Jean Alexandre (footballer) (born 1986), Haitian footballer Jean C-Alexandre (1942–2023), Haitian doctor and diplomat Kathryn Alexandre (born 1990), Canadian actress Laurent Alexandre (born 1972), French politician Marcelo Alexandre (born 1963), Argentine cyclist Maria Eduarda Alexandre (born 2007), Brazilian rhythmic gymnast Matheus Alexandre (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Maxime Alexandre (born 1971), Belgian-Italian. 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: Alexandre
French
Aaron Alexandre (c.1765–1850), German-born French-English chess player and writer Caio Alexandre (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Guy Alexandre (1945–2014), Haitian diplomat Jean Alexandre (footballer) (born 1986), Haitian footballer Jean C-Alexandre (1942–2023), Haitian doctor and diplomat Kathryn Alexandre (born 1990), Canadian actress Laurent Alexandre (born 1972), French politician Marcelo Alexandre (born 1963), Argentine cyclist Maria Eduarda Alexandre (born 2007), Brazilian rhythmic gymnast Matheus Alexandre (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Maxime Alexandre (born 1971), Belgian-Italian.
Geographic Distribution
The first name Alma is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:
Popularity Over Time
Popularity of the name Alma by decade, based on birth registration data:
Notable People Named Alma Alexandre
- Alma Mahler (art collector, 1879)
- Alma Deutscher (violinist, 2005)
- Alma Karlin (theosophist, 1889)
- Alma Reville (film screenwriter, 1899)
People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.
Numerology
According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alma Alexandre:
Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.
Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.
Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.
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 Alexandre?
- The surname Alexandre originates from French. Aaron Alexandre (c.1765–1850), German-born French-English chess player and writer Caio Alexandre (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Guy Alexandre (1945–2014), Haitian diplomat Jean Alexandre (footballer) (born 1986), Haitian footballer Jean C-Alexandre (1942–2023), Haitian doctor and diplomat Kathryn Alexandre (born 1990), Canadian actress Laurent Alexandre (born 1972), French politician Marcelo Alexandre (born 1963), Argentine cyclist Maria Eduarda Alexandre (born 2007), Brazilian rhythmic gymnast Matheus Alexandre (born 1999), Brazilian footballer Maxime Alexandre (born 1971), Belgian-Italian.
- What are the origins of the name Alma Alexandre?
- The name Alma Alexandre combines two different traditions: the first name Alma has English roots, while the surname Alexandre originates from French.