Pelma
girl namePelma entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #4411 in 1932, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#4411
peak (1932)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4975 |
| 1930s | #4411 |
| 1950s | #5489 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Pelma are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Pelma alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pelma in 2025?
- Pelma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Pelma most popular?
- Pelma peaked in 1932, reaching #4411 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pelma with classmates?
- Pelma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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