Feminine dossier · first seen 1886
Melanie
Stable Decline
Gradual decline from 1972
#142 girls’ name in 2025
Peak era
1972
Peak births
6,296
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Gen X
1886Peak 19722025
Quick answers about Melanie
How many people are named Melanie?
An estimated 245,449 living Americans are named Melanie.
How rare is Melanie?
Melanie is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 2,074 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 67.1% from its 1972 peak. It was the #142 girls’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Melanie?
The median age of a living American named Melanie is approximately 41 years, with most bearers falling between 21 and 54 years old.
Is Melanie still popular?
Somewhat. Melanie has been declining since its 1972 peak and registered 2,074 births in 2025.
Peak year
1972
Decline from peak
67.1%
2025
2,074
All-time
262,640