Nelba
girl nameNelba entered the US charts in 1955, peaked at #5828 in 1955, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1955–2025
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rank today
#5828
peak (1955)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5828 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nelba are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nelba alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nelba in 2025?
- Nelba is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nelba most popular?
- Nelba peaked in 1955, reaching #5828 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nelba with classmates?
- Nelba will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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