Alma Bittner
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Alma Bittner 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 Bittner: Egon Bittner (1921–2011), American sociologist Eric R. Bittner (born 1965), American scientist Horst Bittner (1927–2016), German politician (SED) Jason Bittner (born 1970), American drummer John Joseph Bittner (1904–1961), American cancer biologist Julius Bittner (1874–1939), Austrian composer Maria Bittner, American linguist Mark Bittner (born 1951), American writer Pavel Bittner (born 2002), Czech cyclist Sławomir Maciej Bittner (1923–1944), Polish resistance fighter Stephan Bittner, German canoeist Biittner, surname Bitner, surname 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: Bittner
Slavic
Egon Bittner (1921–2011), American sociologist Eric R. Bittner (born 1965), American scientist Horst Bittner (1927–2016), German politician (SED) Jason Bittner (born 1970), American drummer John Joseph Bittner (1904–1961), American cancer biologist Julius Bittner (1874–1939), Austrian composer Maria Bittner, American linguist Mark Bittner (born 1951), American writer Pavel Bittner (born 2002), Czech cyclist Sławomir Maciej Bittner (1923–1944), Polish resistance fighter Stephan Bittner, German canoeist Biittner, surname Bitner, surname
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 Bittner
- 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 Bittner:
Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.
Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.
Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.
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 Bittner?
- The surname Bittner originates from Slavic. Egon Bittner (1921–2011), American sociologist Eric R. Bittner (born 1965), American scientist Horst Bittner (1927–2016), German politician (SED) Jason Bittner (born 1970), American drummer John Joseph Bittner (1904–1961), American cancer biologist Julius Bittner (1874–1939), Austrian composer Maria Bittner, American linguist Mark Bittner (born 1951), American writer Pavel Bittner (born 2002), Czech cyclist Sławomir Maciej Bittner (1923–1944), Polish resistance fighter Stephan Bittner, German canoeist Biittner, surname Bitner, surname
- What are the origins of the name Alma Bittner?
- The name Alma Bittner combines two different traditions: the first name Alma has English roots, while the surname Bittner originates from Slavic.