Selda
girl nameSelda entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #2208 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
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rank today
#2208
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #2208 |
| 1910s | #2603 |
| 1920s | #4523 |
| 1930s | #3195 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Selda are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Selda alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Selda in 2025?
- Selda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Selda most popular?
- Selda peaked in 1909, reaching #2208 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Selda with classmates?
- Selda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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