Welda
girl nameWelda entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2416 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2416
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4632 |
| 1920s | #4345 |
| 1930s | #3838 |
| 1940s | #3273 |
| 1950s | #4595 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Welda are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Welda alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Welda in 2025?
- Welda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Welda most popular?
- Welda peaked in 1942, reaching #2416 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Welda with classmates?
- Welda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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