NAME PROFILE
Wofford
Derived from the Hebrew name Zilpah meaning 'a drop of myrrh' or 'dignity.' Zelphia carries an aura of mystery and elegance, suggesting a person with a creative soul and a gentle, refreshing presence.
Key Stats
| Total births | 92 |
| Gender | Male (10% / 90%) |
| Peak year | 1922 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1922 |
| Most recent | 1928 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage✨ Double Letter
Top States
SC — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Zilpha Keatley Snyder (Award-winning Author of The Egypt Game) · Zilpha Elaw (Pioneering African-American Preacher) · Zilpha Drew Smith (Influential Social Work Reformer) · Zelphia Grant (Notable Community Activist and Educator) · Zelphia Lowery (Published Inspirational Writer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ZelZeeZelphiePhie
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