Melba
boy nameMelba entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #2854 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#2854
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3768 |
| 1930s | #3120 |
| 1940s | #2872 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Melba are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Melba alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melba in 2025?
- Melba is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Melba most popular?
- Melba peaked in 1936, reaching #2854 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melba with classmates?
- Melba will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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