Melburn
boy nameMelburn entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1416 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1416
peak (1920)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2021 |
| 1920s | #2139 |
| 1930s | #2423 |
| 1940s | #2814 |
| 1950s | #3302 |
| 1960s | #3672 |
| 1970s | #4299 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Melburn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Melburn alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melburn in 2025?
- Melburn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Melburn most popular?
- Melburn peaked in 1920, reaching #1416 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melburn with classmates?
- Melburn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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