Alma vs Gemma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alma

Girl #472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"nourishing, kind"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

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Alma Rank #472

Gemma Rank #203

Gemma is more popular, ranked #203 vs #472 for Alma.

Is Alma or Gemma more popular?

Gemma is more popular, ranked #203 compared to Alma at #472 in the United States.

What do Alma and Gemma mean?

Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin). Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin).

Are Alma and Gemma boy or girl names?

Alma is primarily a girl name. Gemma is primarily a girl name.