Alma

American  

[al-muh, al-mah] / ˈæl mə, alˈmɑ /

noun

1. a town in southeastern Quebec, in southeastern Canada.

2. a first name: from a Latin word meaning “kind.”

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Example Sentences

However, residents of Alma al-Shaab, a town in the Tyre district, were forced to evacuate last week under Israeli orders, the reason for which remains unclear.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Some parents have campaigned to change the law in Northern Ireland, including Alma White who set up the Caleb's Cause organisation.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“Funny how something can hurt that’s no longer there,” remarks a child named Alma, referring to agonies associated with an amputated leg in the intense German drama “Sound of Falling.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

Despite waging this war between student and teacher, Maggie’s not prepared for battle, telling Alma she’s no longer comfortable with their conversation.

From Salon • Dec. 5, 2025

Miss Wren took Miss Peregrine from Horace and said, “Come on, Alma, let’s see what can be done for you.”

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs