Walta
girl nameWalta entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #2737 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#2737
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4814 |
| 1920s | #4975 |
| 1930s | #3430 |
| 1940s | #3519 |
| 1950s | #4878 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Walta are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Walta alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Walta in 2025?
- Walta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Walta most popular?
- Walta peaked in 1940, reaching #2737 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Walta with classmates?
- Walta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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