Ember vs Melody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ember

Girl #137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ember, smoldering remnant"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#137
Total SSA Count
2,172
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ember Rank #137
Melody Rank #91

Melody is more popular, ranked #91 vs #137 for Ember.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ember ___

  • Ember Rose
  • Ember Jade
  • Ember Skye
  • Ember Wren
  • Ember Faye
  • Ember Dawn

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 Ember

Ash Blaze Storm Hazel Willow

If you choose Melody

Harmony Aria Lyric Chloe Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ember or Melody more popular?

Melody is more popular, ranked #91 compared to Ember at #137 in the United States.

What do Ember and Melody mean?

Ember means "ember, smoldering remnant" (Old Norse origin). Melody means "song, tune, music" (Greek (melodia) origin).

Are Ember and Melody boy or girl names?

Ember is primarily a girl name. Melody is primarily a girl name.

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