Thelma vs Alma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Thelma

Girl #4,386 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine will"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"nourishing, kind"

Origin: Latin

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Thelma Rank #4,386

Alma Rank #472

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 vs #4386 for Thelma.

Is Thelma or Alma more popular?

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 compared to Thelma at #4386 in the United States.

What do Thelma and Alma mean?

Thelma means "divine will" (Greek origin). Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin).

Are Thelma and Alma boy or girl names?

Thelma is primarily a girl name. Alma is primarily a girl name.