Welma
Girl nameWelma has been given to 189 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1929.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
189
Peak year
1929 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1912
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Welma — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Welma.
Sibling name ideas for Welma
Same era and popularity as Welma, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Welma?
Welma has been given to 189 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Welma peak?
Welma peaked in 1929, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Welma a girl or boy name?
Welma is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Welma are girls).
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