Mellie
Mellie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Work, industrious, strength, or honey-sweet (depending on the root name like Amelia or Melina).
Origin and history
Mellie originated as a diminutive for classic names such as Amelia, Millicent, or Melina. While historical usage in the United States dates back to the late nineteenth century, it remains an uncommon choice today. It offers a vintage, delicate sound similar to popular contemporaries like Ellie and Millie.
Popularity in the United States
2,203 babies in the United States have been named Mellie since 1880. It ranks #3744 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2021.
States where it is most popular
- AL (14.9 %)
- GA (13.9 %)
- TX (13.5 %)
- MS (13 %)
- SC (12 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 233 |
| 1890-1900 | 268 |
| 1900-1910 | 288 |
| 1910-1920 | 373 |
| 1920-1930 | 350 |
| 1930-1940 | 256 |
| 1940-1950 | 140 |
| 1950-1960 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 47 |
| 1970-1980 | 15 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 5 |
| 2010-2019 | 72 |
| 2020-2029 | 80 |
Fun facts
- Mellie historically served as a pet form for a variety of names beginning with 'Mel-' or 'Amel-'.
- The name enjoyed its highest relative usage in the United States during the late 1800s alongside other 'ie' diminutives.