Melchior
boy nameMelchior entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2621 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2621
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3175 |
| 1920s | #3833 |
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 1950s | #3798 |
| 2000s | #12367 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Melchior are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Melchior alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melchior in 2025?
- Melchior is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Melchior most popular?
- Melchior peaked in 1915, reaching #2621 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melchior with classmates?
- Melchior will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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