How popular is the name Melton in 2025?

Melton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Melton most popular?

Melton peaked in 1888, reaching #505 among US boy names.

Melton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Melton entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #505 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#505

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,800 people named Melton are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Melton alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Melton in 2025?: Melton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Melton most popular?: Melton peaked in 1888, reaching #505 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Melton with classmates?: Melton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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