Melinda
boy nameMelinda entered the US charts in 1954, peaked at #2126 in 1971, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1954–2025
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rank today
#2126
peak (1971)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3737 |
| 1960s | #3123 |
| 1970s | #2812 |
| 1980s | #4702 |
| 1990s | #8800 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Melinda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melinda alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Melinda most popular?
- Melinda peaked in 1971, reaching #2126 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melinda with classmates?
- Melinda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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