Feminine dossier · first seen 1893
Melba
Endangered
Down 99.3% from peak
Peak era
1924
Peak births
998
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1893Peak 19242025
Quick answers about Melba
How many people are named Melba?
An estimated 10,443 living Americans are named Melba.
How rare is Melba?
Melba is very rare among babies today, with 7 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 99.3% from its 1924 peak.
How old is the typical Melba?
The median age of a living American named Melba is approximately 76 years, with most bearers falling between 67 and 85 years old.
Is Melba still popular?
No. Melba is endangered as a baby name, down 99.3% from its 1924 peak with 7 births in 2025.
Peak year
1924
Decline from peak
99.3%
2025
7
All-time
34,873