Thelda
girl nameThelda entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #1414 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1902–2025
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rank today
#1414
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1793 |
| 1910s | #2543 |
| 1920s | #2045 |
| 1930s | #2725 |
| 1940s | #3616 |
| 1950s | #5255 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Thelda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Thelda alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thelda in 2025?
- Thelda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Thelda most popular?
- Thelda peaked in 1926, reaching #1414 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Thelda with classmates?
- Thelda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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