Shelvia
girl nameShelvia entered the US charts in 1936, peaked at #870 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1936–2025
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rank today
#870
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #1118 |
| 1940s | #2796 |
| 1950s | #4451 |
| 1960s | #6074 |
| 1980s | #9753 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Shelvia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shelvia alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shelvia in 2025?
- Shelvia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shelvia most popular?
- Shelvia peaked in 1937, reaching #870 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shelvia with classmates?
- Shelvia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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