Melitza
girl nameMelitza entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #6484 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#6484
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7359 |
| 1980s | #9111 |
| 1990s | #12114 |
| 2000s | #11580 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Melitza are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Melitza alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melitza in 2025?
- Melitza is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Melitza most popular?
- Melitza peaked in 1975, reaching #6484 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Melitza with classmates?
- Melitza will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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