How popular is the name Selma in 2025?

Selma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Selma most popular?

Selma peaked in 1909, reaching #1277 among US boy names.

Selma will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Selma entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #1277 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1277

peak (1909)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Selma are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Selma alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Selma in 2025?: Selma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Selma most popular?: Selma peaked in 1909, reaching #1277 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Selma with classmates?: Selma will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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