Thelma
girl name#4661 in 2025Thelma entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #25 in 1910, ranks #4661 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4661
rank today
#25
peak (1910)
29
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #754 |
| 1890s | #296 |
| 1900s | #41 |
| 1910s | #28 |
| 1920s | #35 |
| 1930s | #67 |
| 1940s | #136 |
| 1950s | #245 |
| 1960s | #405 |
| 1970s | #724 |
| 1980s | #1228 |
| 1990s | #2137 |
| 2000s | #3947 |
| 2010s | #5641 |
| 2020s | #4743 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Thelma has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 43,500 people named Thelma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Thelma alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thelma in 2025?
- Thelma ranks #4661 among US girl names in 2025, with 29 babies given the name.
- When was the name Thelma most popular?
- Thelma peaked in 1910, reaching #25 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Thelma with classmates?
- Thelma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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