Name Profile
Mel
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllable
About Mel
Mel appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1902 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 4,076 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationMel
Syllables1
Nicknames for Mel
Mel is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Mel is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Mel for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Mel had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Mel James
- Mel Alexander
- Mel Reid
More Names Like Mel
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mel mean?
Mel means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Mel a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Mel is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Mel pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Mel.