Zelpha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zelpha is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Zilpah', meaning 'to drop' or 'to drip'. It evolved from the biblical context, being associated with a character from the Book of Genesis. The name is not commonly used in modern times, and it carries a unique and uncommon image, with no notable famous individuals associated with it.
The name Zelpha is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zelpha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Zelpha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1359th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2731st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6690th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Zelpha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zelpha"
Pronunciation
/ˈzɛl.fə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zelpha is derived from the Hebrew name 'Zilpah', which means 'to drop' or 'to drip'. Zilpah was a biblical character, one of the handmaids of Leah, the wife of Jacob.
Meaning
to drop, to drip
Language Evolution
Zilpah, Zelpha
Biblical Background
Zelpha is a variant of Zilpah, who appears in the Book of Genesis as a servant of Leah and the mother of two of Jacob's children.
Historical Usage
The name gained some recognition in the 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily among communities familiar with the biblical narrative.
Variants & Derivatives
Zilpah, Zelpha
Modern Popularity & Image
Zelpha is not widely used today and may be perceived as an uncommon and unique name, often associated with biblical heritage.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zelpha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Zelpha"
"Zelpha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1359th of 9107 | 579 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2731st of 9204 | 195 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6690th of 12526 | 57 |
Regional Popularity of "Zelpha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Zelpha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
- |
72.23% 1709th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zelpha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zelpha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.