Esther 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

Esther Rank #131
Melody Rank #91

Melody is more popular, ranked #91 vs #131 for Esther.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Esther ___

  • Esther Rose
  • Esther Jane
  • Esther Mae
  • Esther Grace
  • Esther Violet
  • Esther Pearl

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 Esther

Ruth Agnes Sylvia Clement Jasper

If you choose Melody

Harmony Aria Lyric Chloe Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Esther or Melody more popular?

Melody is more popular, ranked #91 compared to Esther at #131 in the United States.

What do Esther and Melody mean?

Esther means "star" (Persian origin). Melody means "song, tune, music" (Greek (melodia) origin).

Are Esther and Melody boy or girl names?

Esther is primarily a girl name. Melody is primarily a girl name.

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