Wilma
boy nameWilma entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #1275 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1908–2025
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rank today
#1275
peak (1938)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1407 |
| 1910s | #2066 |
| 1920s | #1684 |
| 1930s | #1446 |
| 1940s | #2070 |
| 1950s | #3424 |
| 1960s | #2706 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Wilma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wilma 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 Wilma in 2025?
- Wilma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wilma most popular?
- Wilma peaked in 1938, reaching #1275 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wilma with classmates?
- Wilma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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