Alma Hafer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alma Hafer — English
172K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alma Hafer 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 Hafer: Barbara Hafer (born 1943), U.S politician from the U.S State of Pennsylvania Christoph Hafer (born 1992), German bobsledder Dick Hafer (1927–2012), American jazz tenor saxophonist born in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania Dick Hafer (comics) (1937–2003), American comics artist John J. Hafer (1932–2019) represented District 1 in the Maryland Senate 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: Hafer

English

Barbara Hafer (born 1943), U.S politician from the U.S State of Pennsylvania Christoph Hafer (born 1992), German bobsledder Dick Hafer (1927–2012), American jazz tenor saxophonist born in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania Dick Hafer (comics) (1937–2003), American comics artist John J. Hafer (1932–2019) represented District 1 in the Maryland Senate

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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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Notable People Named Alma Hafer

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 Hafer:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Hafer?
The surname Hafer originates from English. Barbara Hafer (born 1943), U.S politician from the U.S State of Pennsylvania Christoph Hafer (born 1992), German bobsledder Dick Hafer (1927–2012), American jazz tenor saxophonist born in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania Dick Hafer (comics) (1937–2003), American comics artist John J. Hafer (1932–2019) represented District 1 in the Maryland Senate
How common is the surname Hafer?
The surname Hafer is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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