Lemma
girl nameLemma entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #813 in 1882, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#813
peak (1882)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #993 |
| 1890s | #1291 |
| 1900s | #1703 |
| 1910s | #2408 |
| 1920s | #3890 |
| 1930s | #4237 |
| 1940s | #4695 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lemma are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lemma alive today was born around 1916, making them about 109 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lemma in 2025?
- Lemma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lemma most popular?
- Lemma peaked in 1882, reaching #813 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lemma with classmates?
- Lemma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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