Alma vs Samara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Alma Rank #472
Samara Rank #309

Samara is more popular, ranked #309 vs #472 for Alma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alma ___

  • Alma Rose
  • Alma Jean
  • Alma Mae
  • Alma Claire
  • Alma Louise
  • Alma Frances

Samara ___

  • Samara Samara Grace
  • Samara Samara Joy
  • Samara Samara Elise
  • Samara Samara Rose
  • Samara Samara Leigh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alma

Cora Vera Flora Hazel Nora

If you choose Samara

Nadia Zara Elara Callum Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alma or Samara more popular?

Samara is more popular, ranked #309 compared to Alma at #472 in the United States.

What do Alma and Samara mean?

Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin).

Are Alma and Samara boy or girl names?

Alma is primarily a girl name. Samara is primarily a girl name.

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