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Irma vs Alma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irma

Girl #2,608 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"whole, universal"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,608
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Alma

Girl #472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"nourishing, kind"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin Spanish English Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#472
Total SSA Count
653
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Irma Rank #2,608
Alma Rank #472

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 vs #2608 for Irma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irma or Alma more popular?

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 compared to Irma at #2608 in the United States.

What do Irma and Alma mean?

Irma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin). Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin).

Are Irma and Alma boy or girl names?

Irma is primarily a girl name. Alma is primarily a girl name.

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