Helma
Girl nameHelma has been given to 595 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 1916.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
595
Peak year
1916 (25 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1880
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Helma — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Helma.
FAQ
How popular is the name Helma?
Helma has been given to 595 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Helma peak?
Helma peaked in 1916, when 25 babies were given the name.
Is Helma a girl or boy name?
Helma is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Helma are girls).
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