Melodie
Melodie is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Song or tune.
Origin and history
Melodie is a feminine given name of French and Greek origin, derived from the word for song or tune. It is a common spelling variant of the classic musical name Melody. In the United States, it maintains steady, moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
10,502 babies in the United States have been named Melodie since 1880. It ranks #1587 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1582.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.8 %)
- TX (12 %)
- NY (8.6 %)
- OH (7.5 %)
- FL (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 15 |
| 1940-1950 | 540 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,352 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,226 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,396 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,009 |
| 1990-2000 | 704 |
| 2000-2010 | 750 |
| 2010-2019 | 990 |
| 2020-2029 | 520 |
Famous people named Melodie
- Melodie Nakach: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Melodie Monrose: Model
Nicknames
Mel
Fun facts
- Melodie is the traditional French spelling of the English name Melody.
- The name originates from the Greek word meloidia, blending melos (song) and aeidein (to sing).