Rising since 2013, #2,284 for boys today.
Popularity of Melo since 2012
Babies named Melo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 149 |
| 2020s | 333 |
Meaning & origin
Melo is a modern name that entered U.S. records in 2012 and has been steadily rising in popularity, particularly in states like Florida, New York, and Texas. By 2024, it reached rank 2284 with a frequency of 1 in 28,001 male births, and it peaked in usage in 2024. Its trajectory mirrors a broader trend for succinct, vowel-ending names, though its etymology remains uncertain. The name may be a clipped form of Carmelo or Melchior, or an independent modern coinage. As a contemporary choice, Melo has no established historical or cultural roots, but its clean sound and simplicity have contributed to its growing appeal.
Melo first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012, likely as a modern coinage or a short form of established names such as Melchior (Hebrew origin, 'king') or Carmelo (Italian/Spanish, 'garden'). Its rise in popularity coincides with a trend for short, vowel-ending names. The name has no known ancient root and is considered a contemporary creation.
Where Melo is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Melo
Names that share Melo's style, for a brother or sister.
