Pelagia
Pronunciation: [ p-ehl-AHJ-ee-uh ]
Pelagia is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,184 in the US, popular nicknames include Pel, Pey, and Pelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pelagia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 21 babies have been named Pelagia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pelagia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,184 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,184
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Pelagia
Pelagia is a girl name .
Pelagia is currently ranked #71,184 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pelagia include Pel, Pey, Pelie, and Pelaie. 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)
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