Masculine dossier · first seen 1902
Mel
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1958
Peak births
120
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
1902Peak 19582025
Quick answers about Mel
How many people are named Mel?
An estimated 2,369 living Americans are named Mel.
How rare is Mel?
Mel is very rare among babies today, with 11 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 90.8% from its 1958 peak.
How old is the typical Mel?
The median age of a living American named Mel is approximately 64 years, with most bearers falling between 50 and 73 years old.
Is Mel still popular?
Yes. Mel is holding steady, with 11 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1958
Decline from peak
90.8%
2025
11
All-time
3,693