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Current rank (2025)#6838
Babies named Mel in 202516
Total recorded4,202
Peak year1958 (119 babies)
Highest rank ever#690
Years in records1902–2025 (118 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 470 spots
Gender breakdown88% boys / 12% girls

Frequently asked about Mel

What does the name Mel mean?
Mel means “Industrious, striving” from French/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Mel?
Mel has French/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Industrious, striving”.
How popular is Mel?
Mel ranked #6838 in 2025 — given to 16 babies that year.
When was Mel most popular?
Mel peaked in 1958 with 119 babies registered that year.
Is Mel a boy or girl name?
Mel is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 88% of Mels are boys and 12% are girls.
Is the name Mel rising or falling in popularity?
Mel has risen 470 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7308 in 2020 to #6838 in 2025.
How long has Mel been recorded?
Mel appears in birth records across 118 years — from 1902 through 2025.

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