Zelia
girl name#4265 in 2025Zelia entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #693 in 1887, ranks #4265 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#4265
rank today
#693
peak (1887)
33
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #869 |
| 1890s | #1025 |
| 1900s | #1488 |
| 1910s | #1827 |
| 1920s | #2519 |
| 1930s | #3646 |
| 1940s | #3729 |
| 1950s | #4952 |
| 1960s | #6355 |
| 1970s | #7670 |
| 1980s | #9144 |
| 1990s | #11998 |
| 2000s | #9995 |
| 2010s | #6545 |
| 2020s | #5617 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zelia has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Zelia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zelia alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zelia in 2025?
- Zelia ranks #4265 among US girl names in 2025, with 33 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zelia most popular?
- Zelia peaked in 1887, reaching #693 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zelia with classmates?
- Zelia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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