Shelvia
Girl nameShelvia has been given to 400 babies in the U.S. since 1936. It peaked in 1937.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
400
Peak year
1937 (63 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1936
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shelvia — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shelvia.
Sibling name ideas for Shelvia
Same era and popularity as Shelvia, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shelvia?
Shelvia has been given to 400 babies in the U.S. since 1936. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shelvia peak?
Shelvia peaked in 1937, when 63 babies were given the name.
Is Shelvia a girl or boy name?
Shelvia is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shelvia are girls).
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