Wilma
girl name#3645 in 2025Wilma entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #62 in 1925, ranks #3645 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3645
rank today
#62
peak (1925)
41
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #494 |
| 1890s | #275 |
| 1900s | #151 |
| 1910s | #92 |
| 1920s | #70 |
| 1930s | #74 |
| 1940s | #131 |
| 1950s | #241 |
| 1960s | #481 |
| 1970s | #1076 |
| 1980s | #1912 |
| 1990s | #2944 |
| 2000s | #4709 |
| 2010s | #4778 |
| 2020s | #3931 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wilma has been most popular in OH, PA, IN.
Living bearers
About 40,500 people named Wilma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wilma alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilma in 2025?
- Wilma ranks #3645 among US girl names in 2025, with 41 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wilma most popular?
- Wilma peaked in 1925, reaching #62 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Wilma with classmates?
- Wilma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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