Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Erma
Endangered
Down 98.4% from peak
Peak era
1920
Peak births
1,529
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19202025
Quick answers about Erma
How many people are named Erma?
An estimated 12,194 living Americans are named Erma.
How rare is Erma?
Erma is very rare among babies today, with 24 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 98.4% from its 1920 peak.
How old is the typical Erma?
The median age of a living American named Erma is approximately 76 years, with most bearers falling between 66 and 85 years old.
Is Erma still popular?
No. Erma is endangered as a baby name, down 98.4% from its 1920 peak with 24 births in 2025.
Peak year
1920
Decline from peak
98.4%
2025
24
All-time
54,949