Belva
girl name#14942 in 2025Belva entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #234 in 1884, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#14942
rank today
#234
peak (1884)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #530 |
| 1890s | #508 |
| 1900s | #480 |
| 1910s | #511 |
| 1920s | #554 |
| 1930s | #522 |
| 1940s | #752 |
| 1950s | #1159 |
| 1960s | #2339 |
| 1970s | #5201 |
| 1980s | #9073 |
| 1990s | #13518 |
| 2000s | #17402 |
| 2020s | #14942 |
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Belva are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Belva alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Belva in 2025?
- Belva ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Belva most popular?
- Belva peaked in 1884, reaching #234 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Belva with classmates?
- Belva will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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