Melody: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced MEL-uh-dee · 3 syllables
Melody means “song”, from Greek.
From the noun melody; in regular use since the 20th century.
- Meaning
- song
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- MEL-uh-dee
- US rank (2025)
- #79
- US babies a year
- about 2,698 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Melody?
Melody was the #79 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,095 babies. It’s rising: up 43% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #79 |
| England & Wales | #290 |
| Scotland | #220 |
| Ireland | #690 |
| France | #518 |
| Canada | #158 |
| Australia | #239 |
How old are people named Melody?
Half of US adults named Melody are older than 53; most are between 21 and 74. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Melody
What does the name Melody mean?
Melody means “song”. It comes from Greek.
How do you pronounce Melody?
Melody is pronounced MEL-uh-dee.
How popular is the name Melody?
Melody was the #79 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,095 babies. It’s rising: up 43% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Melody?
Half of US adults named Melody are older than 53. Most are between 21 and 74.