Nelda
boy nameNelda entered the US charts in 1935, peaked at #3645 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1935–2025
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rank today
#3645
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3645 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nelda are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nelda alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nelda in 2025?
- Nelda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nelda most popular?
- Nelda peaked in 1935, reaching #3645 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nelda with classmates?
- Nelda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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