Melanie
Female name · ★ Classic
90,123
Total Births
1972
Peak Year
#130
Rank 2023
1886
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Melanie
Melanie is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 90,123 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1970s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 12 births |
| 1930s | 44 births |
| 1940s | 2,041 births |
| 1950s | 7,932 births |
| 1960s | 14,437 births |
| 1970s | 21,065 births |
| 1980s | 13,903 births |
| 1990s | 11,362 births |
| 2000s | 12,646 births |
| 2010s | 5,163 births |
| 2020s | 1,518 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Melanie?
Melanie has been given to 90,123 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1972 with 2,495 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #130.
Is Melanie a boy or girl name?
Melanie is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Melanie most popular?
Melanie was most popular in 1972, when 2,495 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Melanie?
Melanie first appeared in US records in 1886.