Form of: Vilhelmina
Considering Velma as a Baby Name?
The first thing you should know if you are considering Velma for your baby's name is that in most countries all over the world the name Velma is a girl name.
The name Velma is of German origin, and is used mostly in English speaking countries but also in a few other countries and languages of the world.
If you consider naming your baby Velma we recommend you take note of the special meaning and history of the name as your baby’s name will play a big role in its life and your baby will hear it spoken every day. Searching for a name is a very important and fun process as it’s the very first gift you will give to your baby. Many people believe that the name can affect success in life, through their children's working career and other circumstances, so they choose more “respectable” names or name meanings as they believe that the name meaning reflects the personality of the child.
Velma Name Meaning
The meaning of Velma is “Desire to Protect”. Keep in mind that many names may have different meanings in other countries and languages, so be careful that the name that you choose doesn’t mean something bad or unpleasant. Search comprehensively and find the name meaning of Velma and its name origin or of any other name in our database. Also note the spelling and the pronunciation of the name Velma and check the initials of the name with your last name to discover how it looks and sounds. The history and meaning of the name Velma is fascinating, learn more about it. (If you know more meanings of the name and you would like to contribute click here to submit another name meaning).
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The name Velma is in the following categories: American Names, British Names, Canadian Names, Classic Names, English Names. (If you would like to suggest one or more categories for the name, click here). We have plenty of different baby name categories to search for special meanings plus popular and unique names, search our database before choosing but also note that baby name categories designed to help you and not to be an influential factor when choosing a name. Instead, we recommend that you pay a greater attention to the origin and meaning of the name Velma. Read our baby name articles for useful tips regarding baby names and naming your baby. If you are thinking of giving your baby the beautiful name Velma, spread the love and share this with your friends.
Popularity of the Name Velma
Below you will find the popularity of the baby name Velma displayed annually, from 1880 to the present day in our name popularity chart. Hover over or click on the dots that represent a year to see how many babies were given the name for that year, for both genders, if available.
Velma Boy Name Popularity Chart
Velma Girl Name Popularity Chart
Note: The data above is from the Social Security Administrator of United States, (more info here) from Social Security card applications for births in US for every name, from 1880 up to the present year. The gender associated with the name might be incorrect, as the data presents the record applications without being edited for errors. The name's popularity and ranking is announced annually, so the data for this year will not be available until next year. The more babies that are given a name, the higher popularity ranking the name receives. For names with the same popularity, the tie is solved by assigning popularity rank in alphabetical order. This means that if two or more names have the same popularity their rankings may differ significantly, as they are set in alphabetical order. If a name has less than five occurrences, the SSA excludes it from the provided data to protect privacy.
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July 4, 2017 @ 5:48 am
im glad i found a meaning to my name and also people i share a name with. let it be part of us to protect others
May 11, 2017 @ 12:14 pm
my name is Velma as well. Many people see the name as being strange and scarce. WOW i just confirmed i have a lovely name n a good meaning no doubt i always protect my loved ones
April 19, 2020 @ 9:20 am
It’s amazing how I’m searching the meaning of my name, and come across this reply . The name and and the date is was published is all about me. I really feel now that I am really blessed…5-11…
April 12, 2017 @ 8:17 pm
Woow!!my name is Velma and now I feel much confident because I now know the meaning of it,,,actually it fits me because I have got the desire to protect many lives of people..I.e am a disaster manager…Thanks to God!
March 15, 2017 @ 12:08 pm
My name is Velma also, I was always told I was named after my grandfather Elmer. Most people aren’t familiar with the name, it’s usually heard as Thelma or Wilma. Children I meet are so excited when they hear my name, they think I know Scooby Doo, so cute!
March 10, 2017 @ 9:02 pm
It seems as if we are diminishing (Velma’s)
It feels strange to see the name Velma, and know it’s not referring to me.
Yet I oddly feel connected to all of you.
October 19, 2016 @ 9:16 pm
Wow!!! My name is Velma and I never knew I had a beautiful name until now. Am speechless ???
June 30, 2016 @ 3:28 pm
My name is Velma also….and highly greatly honoured to be called Velma.it’s a true blessing one could ever feel.And for that i thank my beloved parents for choosing such a wornderful name.PROUD OF MY NAME……VELMA♥
June 8, 2016 @ 3:46 am
Wow! My name is Velma. I always wondered where these attributes of mine came from. I now feel so proud discovering the meaning of my name and it’s entitlements.
February 13, 2016 @ 11:30 pm
My daughter is called velma and am happy to know what it means.
December 9, 2015 @ 8:27 pm
I was lost for words after reading what my name mean. I will do more research I want to learn more .
December 29, 2015 @ 8:03 pm
My name is Velma as well. I use to always hate and be embarrassed of my name until I learned the meaning of it. Now I embrace it and live it. I am a true warrior!