Almeta is a unique and distinctive given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word "alter," meaning "other." It was first popularized during the early to mid-20th century in the United States, particularly among African American communities. Almeta is often associated with individuals who embrace their individuality and stand out due to its rarity. Despite not being widely recognized as a traditional name in many cultures, those who bear it carry a unique identity that sets them apart from others named more commonly.
The name Almeta experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the given period. It started with a low of 5 births in 1884 and remained relatively uncommon until the early 1900s. The first notable peak occurred between 1907 and 1909, with 20 or more births each year. This trend continued through World War I, reaching a high of 67 births in 1920.
However, after 1924, the popularity of Almeta began to decline steadily. By the 1930s, it was uncommon again, with fewer than 50 births per year. This trend continued into the 1940s and 1950s, with fewer than 30 births per year throughout both decades.
From the late 1950s onwards, Almeta became extremely rare, with most years recording fewer than 20 births. The most recent data available (1987-1988) shows that it was still an uncommon name, with only 5 to 7 births each year. In total, over the entire period, there were 2241 recorded births named Almeta.