Melody
boy nameMelody entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #2642 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1957–2025
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rank today
#2642
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3318 |
| 1960s | #3467 |
| 1970s | #4757 |
| 1980s | #5243 |
| 2010s | #10760 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Melody are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melody 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 Melody in 2025?
- Melody is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Melody most popular?
- Melody peaked in 1958, reaching #2642 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melody with classmates?
- Melody will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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