Belma
Girl nameBelma has been given to 640 babies in the U.S. since 1895. It peaked in 1918.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
640
Peak year
1918 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1895
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Belma — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Belma.
Sibling name ideas for Belma
Same era and popularity as Belma, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Belma?
Belma has been given to 640 babies in the U.S. since 1895. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Belma peak?
Belma peaked in 1918, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Belma a girl or boy name?
Belma is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Belma are girls).
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