Melton
Pronunciation: [ m-EHLT-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Melton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,553 babies have been named Melton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melton is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,038 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,038
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Melton
Melton is a boy name .
Melton is currently ranked #28,038 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melton include Mel, Melt, Melty, Meltie, Mey, Meie, and Melkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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