Zelma
girl name#6838 in 2025Zelma entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #216 in 1902, ranks #6838 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#6838
rank today
#216
peak (1902)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #409 |
| 1890s | #318 |
| 1900s | #239 |
| 1910s | #268 |
| 1920s | #327 |
| 1930s | #424 |
| 1940s | #621 |
| 1950s | #1000 |
| 1960s | #1901 |
| 1970s | #4276 |
| 1980s | #7685 |
| 1990s | #10707 |
| 2000s | #14336 |
| 2010s | #12138 |
| 2020s | #7945 |
Living bearers
About 3,400 people named Zelma are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zelma alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zelma in 2025?
- Zelma ranks #6838 among US girl names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zelma most popular?
- Zelma peaked in 1902, reaching #216 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zelma with classmates?
- Zelma will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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