Delma
boy nameDelma entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #980 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1905–2025
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rank today
#980
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1107 |
| 1910s | #1405 |
| 1920s | #1175 |
| 1930s | #1174 |
| 1940s | #1475 |
| 1950s | #1955 |
| 1960s | #3149 |
| 1970s | #4874 |
| 1980s | #5290 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Delma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Delma alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Delma in 2025?
- Delma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Delma most popular?
- Delma peaked in 1935, reaching #980 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Delma with classmates?
- Delma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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