Melantha
girl nameMelantha entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #7173 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#7173
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8213 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Melantha are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Melantha alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melantha in 2025?
- Melantha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Melantha most popular?
- Melantha peaked in 1975, reaching #7173 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Melantha with classmates?
- Melantha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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