Almeda
Almeda is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Ambitious, aspiring, or city inhabitant.
Origin and history
Almeda is a name of uncertain origin, often considered a variant of Almedina or derived from the Latin word meaning 'ambitious' or 'aspiring'. Popular in late 19th-century America, its usage has declined significantly in modern times. Today it is regarded as a rare, vintage choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
4,402 babies in the United States have been named Almeda since 1880. It ranks #2647 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (24 %)
- OH (12.1 %)
- OK (8.6 %)
- TN (7.5 %)
- TX (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 242 |
| 1890-1900 | 311 |
| 1900-1910 | 386 |
| 1910-1920 | 987 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,051 |
| 1930-1940 | 608 |
| 1940-1950 | 352 |
| 1950-1960 | 219 |
| 1960-1970 | 126 |
| 1970-1980 | 53 |
| 1980-1990 | 49 |
| 1990-2000 | 18 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Almeda saw its highest usage in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Almeda is also the name of several geographic locations in the United States, including a neighborhood in Houston, Texas.