Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Melinda
Endangered
Down 97.7% from peak
Peak era
1970
Peak births
4,225
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
1880Peak 19702025
Quick answers about Melinda
How many people are named Melinda?
An estimated 119,922 living Americans are named Melinda.
How rare is Melinda?
Melinda is uncommon among babies today, with 97 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 97.7% from its 1970 peak.
How old is the typical Melinda?
The median age of a living American named Melinda is approximately 54 years, with most bearers falling between 45 and 63 years old.
Is Melinda still popular?
No. Melinda is endangered as a baby name, down 97.7% from its 1970 peak with 97 births in 2025.
Peak year
1970
Decline from peak
97.7%
2025
97
All-time
135,822