Thelda
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Thelda first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 22 babies have been named Thelda in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Thelda is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #24,119 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #24,119
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Thelda
Thelda is a girl name .
Thelda is currently ranked #24,119 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Thelda include The, Thel, Thely, Thelie, Thy, Thie, and Thekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Thelda include Thelma . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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