An estimated 100,614 living Americans are named Melody.
How rare is Melody?
Melody is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 3,095 girls receiving the name in 2025, matching its recorded peak.
How old is the typical Melody?
The median age of a living American named Melody is approximately 32 years, with most bearers falling between 11 and 57 years old.
Is Melody still popular?
Yes. Melody is holding steady, with 3,095 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Melody most common?
Melody has its strongest geographic signal in Hawaii, where it appears 3.4× more often than the national baseline.
1914Peak 20252025
Peak year
2025
Decline from peak
0%
2025
3,095
All-time
114,914
Diaspora map
Melody broke out in California, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Montana, Ohio, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming (1947) and became over-represented in 43 states over 47 years.
Broke out: California, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Montana, Ohio, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming, 1947 · over-represented in 43 states over 47 years
