girl name
Melanie
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#142 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Melanie in the US, 1880–2025
Melanie first appears in US records in 1886. It peaked in 1972, when 6,296 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,074.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Melanie a boy or a girl name?
Melanie is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Melanie?
In 2025, Melanie ranked #142 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Melanie most popular?
Melanie was most popular in 1972, when about 6,296 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.