n.

Zelma

Feminine #11468 in 2024
Total births
16,919
Peak year
1919
Rank 2024
#11468
Years on record
138
Births per year, 1880–2024 · peak 494 in 1919
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About the name Zelma

Zelma ranked #11468 among U.S. baby names in 2024. Since 1880, 16,919 babies have been named Zelma, peaking in 1919 with 494 births. The 1920s were its biggest decade, with 4,149 births. Its popularity has held steady in recent years. It is predominantly a girls' name.

How popular is the name Zelma?
Zelma ranked #11468 among U.S. baby names in 2024, with 16,919 babies given the name since 1880.
When did the name Zelma peak?
Zelma peaked in 1919, when 494 babies were given the name.
Is Zelma a girl's or boy's name?
Zelma is predominantly given to girls in the United States.

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