Melodie
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Melodie: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2010.
Melodie is the French-inspired spelling of Melody, ultimately from the Greek melōidia, meaning "song" or "singing," a word that evolved through Latin and Old French. The name, musical in both meaning and sound, was given a lyrical boost in the 1960s by American actress Melodie Johnson, known for her role in the film *Where the Boys Are* (1960). In Scotland, it shares a melodic heritage with the Gaelic word *ceòl* (music), though no direct place connections exist. A charming variant, this elegant spelling is especially popular in French‑speaking regions, adding a touch of European flair to a familiar tune perfect for a baby girl.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20103 babies
- Latest (2010)
- #8023 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2010
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y