'almah' originates from Hebrew, specifically the word 'עַלְמָה' (almah), where 'עַלְמָה' meant 'young woman' or 'virgin'.

'עַלְמָה' (almah) remained largely unchanged as it was adopted into English usage, retaining its original meaning.

Initially, it meant 'young woman' or 'virgin', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.