Zilpha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZIL-fah / ˈzɪl.fəHebrew
Meaning
Zilpha: 'drooping' or 'to drop'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zilpha is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Old Testament. It is associated with Zilpah, who was a handmaid of Leah and the mother of two of Jacob's sons. The name has been used in various cultures, primarily among Jewish communities. It is relatively uncommon in modern times, but it carries historical significance.
Trend Summary
Zilpha has remained a rare name in the United States, with little to no significant popularity trends.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zilpha was first seen in the United States in 1880. Zilpha has ranked as high as #849 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Zilpha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zilpha (1927)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 17 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1895 | 13 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 13 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 24 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1943 | 6 |