Holding steady.
Popularity of Vielka since 1970
Babies named Vielka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 120 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Vielka is a rare feminine name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1970. Despite never ranking in the top 1000, it reached its highest usage in 2006, when it was given to a small number of girls. Its trajectory has been stable, with occasional slight upticks. The name is likely of Slavic origin, derived from the word for 'great', and may have been popularized in part by the character Vielka in the 1980 musical 'Barnum'. While not associated with any particular U.S. states, Vielka appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with Eastern European roots.
Vielka appears to be a variant of Velika, a South Slavic feminine name derived from 'velika' meaning 'great'. It is also used as a diminutive of names like Velimira. The name gained some usage in Spanish-speaking countries and the United States in the late 20th century, perhaps influenced by the character Vielka in the musical 'Barnum' (1980).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vie, Elka
Variants: Velika
Sibling names for Vielka
Names that share Vielka's style, for a brother or sister.
