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Shelvia

Girl name

Shelvia has been given to 400 babies in the U.S. since 1936. It peaked in 1937.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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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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