Ava vs Melody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melody

Girl #91 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"song, tune, music"

Origin: Greek (melodia)

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#91
Total SSA Count
2,771
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel, Dee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ava Rank #9
Melody Rank #91

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 vs #91 for Melody.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ava ___

  • Ava Rose
  • Ava Grace
  • Ava Marie
  • Ava Claire
  • Ava Elizabeth
  • Ava Mae

Melody ___

  • Melody Grace
  • Melody Rose
  • Melody Jean
  • Melody Anne
  • Melody Claire
  • Melody Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ava

Liam Noah Olivia Sophia Isabella

If you choose Melody

Harmony Aria Lyric Chloe Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ava or Melody more popular?

Ava is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Melody at #91 in the United States.

What do Ava and Melody mean?

Ava means "life" (Germanic origin). Melody means "song, tune, music" (Greek (melodia) origin).

Are Ava and Melody boy or girl names?

Ava is primarily a girl name. Melody is primarily a girl name.

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