Velta
girl nameVelta entered the US charts in 1899, peaked at #1197 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1899–2025
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rank today
#1197
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1278 |
| 1900s | #1573 |
| 1910s | #1764 |
| 1920s | #1487 |
| 1930s | #1477 |
| 1940s | #2301 |
| 1950s | #3787 |
| 1960s | #5294 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Velta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Velta alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Velta in 2025?
- Velta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Velta most popular?
- Velta peaked in 1935, reaching #1197 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Velta with classmates?
- Velta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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