Shalma
girl nameShalma entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #12070 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
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rank today
#12070
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #12395 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shalma are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shalma alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shalma in 2025?
- Shalma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shalma most popular?
- Shalma peaked in 1997, reaching #12070 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shalma with classmates?
- Shalma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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