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Alama

ah-LAH-mah

Alama is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “This name has a variety of origins and meanings. Could be related to Alma, meaning 'soul' in Latin or 'young woman' in Arabic.”, and peaked in popularity in 1917.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginLatin

What Alama Means

This name has a variety of origins and meanings. Could be related to Alma, meaning 'soul' in Latin or 'young woman' in Arabic.

The Story of Alama

A name that whispers of the soul, Alama echoes ancient reverence for the unseen essence within us all.

Alama draws from multiple ancient wells, potentially linking to the Latin 'alma' meaning 'soul' or 'young woman,' and also has connections to Arabic traditions. It has been present in usage since 1917, carrying a gentle, enduring quality.

This name resonates with a gentle spirit, a deep kindness you hope for your daughter. When you say Alama, you imagine a child who will be deeply empathetic, connecting with the world through her soul and creative intuition.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

GentleKindEmpatheticSpiritualCreative

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Peak Year

#5 in 1917

Total Births

5

First Recorded

1917

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