Selvia
girl nameSelvia entered the US charts in 1936, peaked at #3800 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1936–2025
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rank today
#3800
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3991 |
| 1940s | #4420 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Selvia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Selvia alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Selvia in 2025?
- Selvia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Selvia most popular?
- Selvia peaked in 1937, reaching #3800 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Selvia with classmates?
- Selvia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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