Almira

Almira is a feminine form of the German name Elmar and has its roots in the Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish languages. The name is a derivation of Adalmar and is translated into German as "the famous noble" as well as "the famous noblewoman."

What does the name Almira mean?

Almira is considered an Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish variant of the name Elmar, which traces back to Adalmar. Translated into German, the name means "the famous noble" or "the famous noblewoman." Its origins can be found in Old High German, where the elements 'adal' for "noble" and 'mari' for "famous" come together. In a broader cultural context, Almira is seen as the feminine form of the Bosnian name Almir (المير), which is derived from the Arabic Al-Amir (الآمر) and means "the princess," "the lady," or "the ruler." In Arabic, the name derives from 'amīr' (أمير), meaning "the commander" or "the ruler," and from 'amara' (أَمَرَ), meaning "to command." In Buddhism, Almira is associated with "the shining one." Sometimes, the name is also interpreted as a Spanish diminutive of Palmira, which means "the palm." The name day is dedicated to Palm Sunday. Other variants include Edelmira, Edelmire, Elmira, and Elma.

How do you pronounce Almira?

Almira is a three-syllable and melodic name. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as "Al-mi-ra" [alˈmiːʁa]. It begins with a stable consonant cluster that gives the name structure. The stressed middle syllable with a long I brings brightness, while the open final "a" creates a warm sound. This gives Almira a powerful and feminine aura that feels harmonious and modern.

When is the name day of Almira?

The name day of Almira is celebrated on September 14.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Almira enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 566th on the list of most common first names for girls. Its best placement was in 2020 at rank 365. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 990 times, earning it the 514th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 555th place. Worldwide, Almira appears with varying frequency in different countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Alma / Almi / Almö / Mia / Mila / Mimi / Mira / Miri

Similar first names

Famous people

• Almira Osmanović (Prima Ballerina)
• Almira Pocher (wife of Oliver Pocher)
• Almira Scripcenco (French chess player)
• Almira Sessions (American actress)
• Almira Skripchenko (chess player)
• Helen Almira Shafer (American mathematician)