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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
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2010 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).