Almira
2025 SSA
About Almira
Almira is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins, possibly derived from Arabic "al-amirah" meaning "princess" or "commander," or from Germanic elements meaning "noble" and "famous." The name also has connections to Latin "mirus" meaning "wonderful." Almira has historical usage across several cultures, including Hispanic, Turkish, Arabic, and Eastern European communities. It enjoyed modest popularity in the United States during the late 19th century. The name appears in literary works, including as a character in Handel's opera "Rinaldo." With its melodious sound and multicultural heritage, Almira offers a distinctive yet accessible option with elegant overtones. Its relative rarity in contemporary Western naming makes it stand out while its traditional roots give it substance and history.
Pronounced al-MEER-uh.
As of October 2026, Almira ranked #10149 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #500 in 1883.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Almira on lists
Famous Almiras
- Almira Fales (1809
'68), philanthropist & American Civil War nurse
- Almira Hershey (1843
1930), Hollywood hotel proprietor
- Almira H. Phelps (1793
1884), American educator and textbook author
- Almira Skripchenko
French chess player
Almira in pop culture
- Almira
title character in Handel's opera "Almira"
- Miss Almira Gulch
from The Wizard of Oz
- Mrs. Almira Todd
central character in The Country of the Pointed Firs