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Almas

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Pronounced AHL-mahs /ΛˆΙ‘l.mΙ‘s/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic/Persian almas, 'a diamond' (the hardest, most brilliant gem)Medium

In 30 seconds: A diamond: Almas is Arabic/Persian for 'a diamond'. Brilliant, precious, and warm (said 'AHL-mahs').
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Origin MediumArabic, Persian
MeaningFrom Arabic/Persian almas, 'a diamond' (the hardest, most brilliant gem)
U.S. rank (2025)#5925 β†˜ Falling
2025 U.S. births20 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 198

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202420002025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Almas comes from Arabic and Persian almas, 'a diamond' (the hardest and most brilliant of gems, a symbol of strength and clarity; ultimately from Greek adamas, 'unconquerable'). A precious, sparkling name across the Arab, Persian, Central Asian, and South Asian worlds (said 'AHL-mahs').

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, a-diamond at the root, and brilliant.

Did you know? Almas means 'a diamond' in Arabic and Persian (the brilliant, indestructible gem) β€” a precious, sparkling name across the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia (said 'AHL-mahs').
Overall data confidence 72%
References β€” almas β€” etymology

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Almas mean?

Almas is Arabic/Persian for 'a diamond'.

How do you pronounce Almas?

It's said AHL-mahs /ΛˆΙ‘l.mΙ‘s/ β€” two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Almas a boy or girl name?

Almas is used mainly as a girl's name.

How popular is Almas?

Almas is a rare name in the U.S.

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