Velma Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVEL-muh / ˈvɛlməLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: strong; English: determined
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Velma is derived from the Latin word 'valere', meaning 'to be strong'. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Velma is often associated with a sense of determination and resilience.
Trend Summary
The name Velma has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Velma was first seen in the United States in 1901. Velma has ranked as high as #834 nationally, which occurred in 1932, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Velma has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Velma (1925)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 10 |