Melva
boy nameMelva entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #3130 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#3130
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3139 |
| 1930s | #3507 |
| 1940s | #3132 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Melva are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Melva alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melva in 2025?
- Melva is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Melva most popular?
- Melva peaked in 1940, reaching #3130 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melva with classmates?
- Melva will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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