Obelia
girl nameObelia entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #1957 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
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rank today
#1957
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1957 |
| 1910s | #3694 |
| 1920s | #4465 |
| 1930s | #3848 |
| 1940s | #4691 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Obelia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Obelia alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Obelia in 2025?
- Obelia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Obelia most popular?
- Obelia peaked in 1909, reaching #1957 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Obelia with classmates?
- Obelia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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