How Many People Are Named Melonie?
Complete statistics for the name Melonie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Melonie is a unique name with roots in the English language, making it very rare with only 1 in 64,826 Americans bearing it today. There are approximately 5,091 people named Melonie living in the US, and the name peaked in popularity back in 1973.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 48All 5,453 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1973Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Melonie Through the Generations
Over the decades, Melonie has seen a steady decline in usage, reflecting its status as a name that bridges classic and modern tastes. Born in 1973, the peak year saw 176 births, but now the majority of those named Melonie are middle-aged, with 58% falling within the 30-60 age bracket. Interestingly, the distribution among different age groups shows a fairly even spread, with 17% under 30 and 25% over 60, indicating a diverse group of individuals carrying this distinctive moniker.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Melonie's English roots
📄 About the Name Melonie
How Many People Have the Name Melonie?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 5,091 people in the United States currently share the name Melonie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 64,826 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Melonie a Common or Rare Name?
Melonie is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Melonie in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Melonie Most Popular?
The name Melonie reached peak popularity in 1973, with 176 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Melonie?
Approximately 5,091 people named Melonie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,453. That works out to roughly 1 in 64,826 Americans.
Is Melonie a rare name?
Melonie is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 64,826 Americans has this name.
What does the name Melonie mean?
The meaning and origin of Melonie are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Melonie more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Melonie are male and 100% are female.
When was Melonie most popular?
Melonie peaked in 1973 with 176 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.