Melvin
boy name#958 in 2025Melvin entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #47 in 1926, ranks #958 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#958
rank today
#47
peak (1926)
243
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #143 |
| 1890s | #126 |
| 1900s | #85 |
| 1910s | #63 |
| 1920s | #50 |
| 1930s | #52 |
| 1940s | #71 |
| 1950s | #100 |
| 1960s | #140 |
| 1970s | #185 |
| 1980s | #246 |
| 1990s | #359 |
| 2000s | #431 |
| 2010s | #669 |
| 2020s | #838 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Melvin has been most popular in PA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 111,000 people named Melvin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melvin alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melvin in 2025?
- Melvin ranks #958 among US boy names in 2025, with 243 babies given the name.
- When was the name Melvin most popular?
- Melvin peaked in 1926, reaching #47 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melvin with classmates?
- Melvin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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