Elma
boy nameElma entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #982 in 1896, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1896–2025
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rank today
#982
peak (1896)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #982 |
| 1900s | #1233 |
| 1910s | #1908 |
| 1920s | #1958 |
| 1930s | #2449 |
| 1940s | #2781 |
| 1950s | #3239 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elma are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elma alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elma in 2025?
- Elma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elma most popular?
- Elma peaked in 1896, reaching #982 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elma with classmates?
- Elma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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