How Many People Are Named Zulema?
Complete statistics for the name Zulema: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Zulema, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 94,315 Americans today, making it truly unique. With around 3,499 people named Zulema alive in the US, this name saw its peak popularity in 1996.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 6 symbolizes harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 40All 3,996 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1996Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Zulema Through the Generations
Zulema, a name that's seen a steady rise in popularity, particularly among newer generations, has been embraced by parents looking for something distinctive. Born in 1996, the year it peaked with 106 births, Zulema now spans across ages, with 40% under 30, 39% aged 30-60, and 21% over 60. This distribution suggests a modern appeal that's gaining traction, especially among younger parents who appreciate its uniqueness.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Zulema's Spanish roots
📄 About the Name Zulema
How Many People Have the Name Zulema?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,499 people in the United States currently share the name Zulema. That works out to roughly 1 in every 94,315 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Zulema a Common or Rare Name?
Zulema is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Zulema Mean?
Zulema means "creative variant of Zuleima" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Zulema in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Zulema Most Popular?
The name Zulema reached peak popularity in 1996, with 106 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Zulema?
Approximately 3,499 people named Zulema live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,996. That works out to roughly 1 in 94,315 Americans.
Is Zulema a rare name?
Zulema is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 94,315 Americans has this name.
What does the name Zulema mean?
Zulema means "creative variant of Zuleima" and comes from Spanish origins.
Is Zulema more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Zulema are male and 100% are female.
When was Zulema most popular?
Zulema peaked in 1996 with 106 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.