Melinda
girl name#1981 in 2025Melinda entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #72 in 1973, ranks #1981 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1981
rank today
#72
peak (1973)
97
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #619 |
| 1890s | #787 |
| 1900s | #1067 |
| 1910s | #1555 |
| 1920s | #1991 |
| 1930s | #1275 |
| 1940s | #324 |
| 1950s | #170 |
| 1960s | #110 |
| 1970s | #86 |
| 1980s | #134 |
| 1990s | #390 |
| 2000s | #991 |
| 2010s | #1483 |
| 2020s | #2058 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Melinda has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida.
Living bearers
About 123,000 people named Melinda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melinda alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melinda in 2025?
- Melinda ranks #1981 among US girl names in 2025, with 97 babies given the name.
- When was the name Melinda most popular?
- Melinda peaked in 1973, reaching #72 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Melinda with classmates?
- Melinda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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