Alma Nagle
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Alma Nagle 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 Nagle: Nagle is a surname. Angela Nagle (born 1971), Irish non-fiction writer and academic Browning Nagle (1968–2026), American football player Courtney Nagle (born 1982) American tennis player David R. Nagle (born 1943), American politician Don Nagle (1938–1999), American karate grand master Florence Nagle (1894–1988), British feminist, racehorse trainer and dog breeder Gary Nagle (born 1974/1975), South African business executive, CEO-designate of Glencore Jack Nagle (1917–1991), American college basketball coach Jacob Nagle (1761–1841), British sailor John Nagle, author of RFC896, see Nagle's algo. 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: Nagle
Irish
Nagle is a surname. Angela Nagle (born 1971), Irish non-fiction writer and academic Browning Nagle (1968–2026), American football player Courtney Nagle (born 1982) American tennis player David R. Nagle (born 1943), American politician Don Nagle (1938–1999), American karate grand master Florence Nagle (1894–1988), British feminist, racehorse trainer and dog breeder Gary Nagle (born 1974/1975), South African business executive, CEO-designate of Glencore Jack Nagle (1917–1991), American college basketball coach Jacob Nagle (1761–1841), British sailor John Nagle, author of RFC896, see Nagle's algo.
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 Nagle
- 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 Nagle:
Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.
Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.
Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.
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 Nagle?
- The surname Nagle originates from Irish. Nagle is a surname. Angela Nagle (born 1971), Irish non-fiction writer and academic Browning Nagle (1968–2026), American football player Courtney Nagle (born 1982) American tennis player David R. Nagle (born 1943), American politician Don Nagle (1938–1999), American karate grand master Florence Nagle (1894–1988), British feminist, racehorse trainer and dog breeder Gary Nagle (born 1974/1975), South African business executive, CEO-designate of Glencore Jack Nagle (1917–1991), American college basketball coach Jacob Nagle (1761–1841), British sailor John Nagle, author of RFC896, see Nagle's algo.
- What are the origins of the name Alma Nagle?
- The name Alma Nagle combines two different traditions: the first name Alma has English roots, while the surname Nagle originates from Irish.