Feminine dossier · first seen 1881

Belva

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1927
Peak births
184
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1881Peak 19272025
peak 1927 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Belva

How many people are named Belva?

An estimated 2,001 living Americans are named Belva.

How rare is Belva?

Belva is very rare among babies today, with 5 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 97.3% from its 1927 peak.

How old is the typical Belva?

The median age of a living American named Belva is approximately 77 years, with most bearers falling between 68 and 85 years old.

Is Belva still popular?

Yes. Belva is holding steady, with 5 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
1927
Decline from peak
97.3%
2025
5
All-time
7,960