Melane
girl nameMelane entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #4882 in 1961, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
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rank today
#4882
peak (1961)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5325 |
| 1960s | #6098 |
| 1970s | #8079 |
| 1990s | #11797 |
| 2000s | #11358 |
| 2010s | #16228 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Melane are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melane alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melane in 2025?
- Melane is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Melane most popular?
- Melane peaked in 1961, reaching #4882 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Melane with classmates?
- Melane will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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