Velna
girl nameVelna entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #1285 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1900–2025
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rank today
#1285
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1498 |
| 1910s | #1609 |
| 1920s | #2216 |
| 1930s | #2775 |
| 1940s | #3771 |
| 1950s | #5109 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Velna are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Velna alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Velna in 2025?
- Velna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Velna most popular?
- Velna peaked in 1915, reaching #1285 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Velna with classmates?
- Velna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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