Velda
Velda is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Power or ruler, derived from the Germanic element 'wald'.
Origin and history
Velda is a feminine given name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning rule or power. It gained modest popularity in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century. Today, it is a rarely given traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
7,559 babies in the United States have been named Velda since 1880. It ranks #1925 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- KS (9.7 %)
- TX (9.5 %)
- MO (8.8 %)
- IL (8.7 %)
- OK (8.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 40 |
| 1900-1910 | 242 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,129 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,678 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,439 |
| 1940-1950 | 882 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,260 |
| 1960-1970 | 582 |
| 1970-1980 | 185 |
| 1980-1990 | 95 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 7 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Velda
- Velda Johnston: Author, Novelist
Fun facts
- Velda saw its highest usage in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s.
- It shares a phonetic similarity with the more common name Zelda, which shares a similar vintage appeal.