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

Alma David, the U.S. attorney working with Fru, said their clients had demonstrated to a U.S. immigration court that they faced a greater-than-50% chance of being persecuted back home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 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

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

“Oh, it looks like the Museum at Eldridge Street, Hey Alma, and Forverts shared your last video.”

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny