Delma
Pronunciation: [ d-EHLM-uh ]
Delma is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,238 in the US, popular nicknames include Del, Dey, and Delie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Delma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,477 babies have been named Delma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Delma is past its peak , currently ranked #71,238 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,238
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Delma is also used as a boy name, ranked #19982.
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About the Name Delma
Delma is a girl name .
Is Delma a boy or girl name? Delma is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #71,238 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #19,982. Delma is more commonly used as a boy name.
Delma is currently ranked #71,238 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Delma include Del, Dey, and Delie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis