Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Thelma
Endangered
Down 99.6% from peak
Peak era
1921
Peak births
7,839
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19212025
Quick answers about Thelma
How many people are named Thelma?
An estimated 39,477 living Americans are named Thelma.
How rare is Thelma?
Thelma is very rare among babies today, with 29 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 99.6% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Thelma?
The median age of a living American named Thelma is approximately 78 years, with most bearers falling between 67 and 87 years old.
Is Thelma still popular?
No. Thelma is endangered as a baby name, down 99.6% from its 1921 peak with 29 births in 2025.
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
99.6%
2025
29
All-time
225,460