Welma
girl nameWelma entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #2191 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#2191
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3143 |
| 1920s | #3263 |
| 1930s | #3787 |
| 1940s | #4030 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Welma are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Welma alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Welma in 2025?
- Welma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Welma most popular?
- Welma peaked in 1929, reaching #2191 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Welma with classmates?
- Welma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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