Willma
girl nameWillma entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #1438 in 1902, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1898–2025
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rank today
#1438
peak (1902)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1700 |
| 1900s | #1614 |
| 1910s | #2028 |
| 1920s | #2455 |
| 1930s | #2058 |
| 1940s | #3079 |
| 1950s | #4680 |
| 1960s | #5892 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Willma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Willma alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Willma in 2025?
- Willma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Willma most popular?
- Willma peaked in 1902, reaching #1438 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Willma with classmates?
- Willma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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