Name comparison · girl names
Melanie vs. Melody
In 2025, Melody leads at #79 among U.S. girls' names, with Melanie at #142. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Melanie | Melody |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #142 | #79 |
| Babies in 2025 | 2,074 | 3,095 |
| All-time peak | #42 in 1972 | #79 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 25 / 100 | 20 / 100 |
| Strongest state | California (#76) | Hawaii (#44) |