Melenda
Girl nameMelenda has been given to 95 babies in the U.S. since 1958. It peaked in 1971.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
95
Peak year
1971 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1958
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Melenda — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Melenda.
Sibling name ideas for Melenda
Same era and popularity as Melenda, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Melenda?
Melenda has been given to 95 babies in the U.S. since 1958. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Melenda peak?
Melenda peaked in 1971, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Melenda a girl or boy name?
Melenda is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Melenda are girls).
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