How popular is the name Melvyn in 2025?

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

When was the name Melvyn most popular?

Melvyn peaked in 1938, reaching #323 among US boy names.

Melvyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Melvyn entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #323 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#323

peak (1938)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

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

The typical Melvyn 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 Melvyn in 2025?: Melvyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Melvyn most popular?: Melvyn peaked in 1938, reaching #323 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Melvyn with classmates?: Melvyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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