Alma Lomas

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alma Lomas — English
172K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alma Lomas 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 Lomas: Andy Lomas (born 1967), British digital artist Carmen Lomas Garza (born 1948), Mexican American artist Herbert Lomas (actor) (1887–1931), British actor Herbert Lomas (poet) (1924–2011), British poet and translator James Lomas (actor) (born 1990), English stage actor Jamie Lomas (born 1975), English actor Kym Lomas (born 1976), English actress and former singer Samuel Lomas (died 1793), English clockmaker Stanley Lomas (1913–2003), American television producer Alf Lomas (1928–2021), British politician Kenneth Lomas (1922–2000), British Labour Party politician Anne Lomas (born 1953), New Zealand. 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: Lomas

Spanish

Andy Lomas (born 1967), British digital artist Carmen Lomas Garza (born 1948), Mexican American artist Herbert Lomas (actor) (1887–1931), British actor Herbert Lomas (poet) (1924–2011), British poet and translator James Lomas (actor) (born 1990), English stage actor Jamie Lomas (born 1975), English actor Kym Lomas (born 1976), English actress and former singer Samuel Lomas (died 1793), English clockmaker Stanley Lomas (1913–2003), American television producer Alf Lomas (1928–2021), British politician Kenneth Lomas (1922–2000), British Labour Party politician Anne Lomas (born 1953), New Zealand.

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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 Lomas

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 Lomas:

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 Lomas?
The surname Lomas originates from Spanish. Andy Lomas (born 1967), British digital artist Carmen Lomas Garza (born 1948), Mexican American artist Herbert Lomas (actor) (1887–1931), British actor Herbert Lomas (poet) (1924–2011), British poet and translator James Lomas (actor) (born 1990), English stage actor Jamie Lomas (born 1975), English actor Kym Lomas (born 1976), English actress and former singer Samuel Lomas (died 1793), English clockmaker Stanley Lomas (1913–2003), American television producer Alf Lomas (1928–2021), British politician Kenneth Lomas (1922–2000), British Labour Party politician Anne Lomas (born 1953), New Zealand.
What are the origins of the name Alma Lomas?
The name Alma Lomas combines two different traditions: the first name Alma has English roots, while the surname Lomas originates from Spanish.
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