Rising since 2021, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Melat since 1998
Babies named Melat per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 8 |
| 2000s | 113 |
| 2010s | 97 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Melat is a rare and distinctive name of Ethiopian origin, likely derived from the Amharic word for 'royal' or 'queen'. First recorded in the U.S. in 1998, it reached its peak popularity in 2006. As of 2025, it ranks 14,942 with approximately 1 in 321,453 newborns receiving the name. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2021, suggesting a slow but steady increase in interest. While not widely used, Melat carries cultural significance for families of Ethiopian heritage and offers a unique choice for parents seeking a name with regal associations.
Melat is a name of Ethiopian origin, most commonly associated with the Amharic language. It may derive from 'melat' meaning 'royalty' or 'queen', though this is not definitively established. The name has been used in Ethiopia and among the Ethiopian diaspora, and has seen modest use in the United States since the late 1990s.
Sibling names for Melat
Names that share Melat's style, for a brother or sister.
