Alma Scarbrough
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Alma Scarbrough 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 Scarbrough: Bo Scarbrough (born 1996), American football player Dan Scarbrough (born 1978), former rugby union player who played on the wing or full back for Leeds Tykes, Saracens, Racing Métro and England John Scarbrough (1885–1960), college football player Lucy Scarbrough (1927–2020), American musician T. G. Scarbrough, American football coach Earl of Scarbrough, a title in the Peerage of England William Scarbrough House, historic house in Savannah, Georgia Scarbrough Stakes, listed flat horse race in Great Britain 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: Scarbrough
English
Bo Scarbrough (born 1996), American football player Dan Scarbrough (born 1978), former rugby union player who played on the wing or full back for Leeds Tykes, Saracens, Racing Métro and England John Scarbrough (1885–1960), college football player Lucy Scarbrough (1927–2020), American musician T. G. Scarbrough, American football coach Earl of Scarbrough, a title in the Peerage of England William Scarbrough House, historic house in Savannah, Georgia Scarbrough Stakes, listed flat horse race in Great Britain
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 Scarbrough
- 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 Scarbrough:
Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.
Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.
Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.
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 Scarbrough?
- The surname Scarbrough originates from English. Bo Scarbrough (born 1996), American football player Dan Scarbrough (born 1978), former rugby union player who played on the wing or full back for Leeds Tykes, Saracens, Racing Métro and England John Scarbrough (1885–1960), college football player Lucy Scarbrough (1927–2020), American musician T. G. Scarbrough, American football coach Earl of Scarbrough, a title in the Peerage of England William Scarbrough House, historic house in Savannah, Georgia Scarbrough Stakes, listed flat horse race in Great Britain
- How common is the surname Scarbrough?
- The surname Scarbrough is shared by approximately 8K people worldwide.