Melody Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEL-uh-dee / /ˈmɛlədi/English; Greek
Meaning
English: song; Greek: melody
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Melody has its roots in the English language, derived from the Greek word 'melodia', which means song or tune. It became popular in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name is often associated with musicality and harmony, reflecting its meaning. It is predominantly used for girls but has occasionally been adopted for boys.
Trend Summary
The name Melody has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Melodie
- Melodye
International Variants
- Melodía (Spanish)
- Mélodie (French)
Famous people named Melody
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melody was first seen in the United States in 1957. Melody has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Melody has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Melody
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |