Melanie
girl name#142 in 2025Melanie entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #42 in 1972, ranks #142 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1886–2025
#142
rank today
#42
peak (1972)
2,074
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #963 |
| 1890s | #1180 |
| 1900s | #1391 |
| 1910s | #1895 |
| 1920s | #2130 |
| 1930s | #1959 |
| 1940s | #355 |
| 1950s | #182 |
| 1960s | #109 |
| 1970s | #56 |
| 1980s | #83 |
| 1990s | #113 |
| 2000s | #94 |
| 2010s | #88 |
| 2020s | #126 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Melanie has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 249,000 people named Melanie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melanie alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melanie in 2025?
- Melanie ranks #142 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,074 babies given the name.
- When was the name Melanie most popular?
- Melanie peaked in 1972, reaching #42 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Melanie with classmates?
- Melanie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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