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UK girl's name

Melodi

A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "song" or "melody".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Melodi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Melodi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3695, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 7 births.

This profile covers 65 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2003 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 86% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 65 living people in the UK are called Melodi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Melodi ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2014, when 7 girls were registered as Melodi.
  • About 65 living people in the UK are estimated to have Melodi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3695

2024

Births in 2024

6

Latest year

Peak year

2014

7 births

Estimated living

65

2026

Meaning

What does Melodi mean?

The name Melodi is derived from the Greek word "melodia," which means "song" or "melody." It has its origins in ancient Greece, where music and poetry were highly valued and celebrated.

In Greek mythology, the Muses were the nine goddesses who presided over the arts and sciences, including music. The name Melodi could have been inspired by these divine patrons of music and the arts.

The earliest recorded use of the name Melodi dates back to the 16th century, when it appeared in various literary works and historical records. One notable example is the Italian composer and music theorist, Melodi da Palestrina (1525-1594), whose works had a significant influence on the development of Renaissance music.

Throughout history, the name Melodi has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts, particularly music. One such person was Melodi Damrosch (1877-1950), an American conductor and composer who was the founder of the Damrosch Institute of Musical Art in New York City.

In the 19th century, the French composer Melodi Massenet (1842-1912) became renowned for his operas, including "Manon" and "Werther." His works were highly influential in the development of French grand opera.

Another notable figure was Melodi Faure (1845-1924), a French composer, pianist, and teacher who is best known for his piano compositions and art songs. His works are considered masterpieces of the Romantic era.

In the world of literature, Melodi Dickens (1812-1870) was the daughter of the famous English novelist Charles Dickens. She is known for her efforts in promoting her father's works and preserving his literary legacy.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Melodi and made significant contributions to various fields, particularly in the arts and music.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Melodi over time

The chart below shows babies named Melodi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Melodi, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Melodi
02457200320132024

Decades

Melodi by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Melodi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4658 17 4
2010s #4878 34 8
2000s #4563 14 4

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FAQ

Melodi: questions and answers

How popular is the name Melodi in the UK right now?

In 2024, Melodi was ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.

When was Melodi most popular?

The peak year on record was 2014, with 7 babies registered as Melodi in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Melodi?

A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "song" or "melody".

How many people are called Melodi in the UK?

A total of 65 babies have been registered as Melodi across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.