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Mellow

Pronunciation: [ m-EHL-oh ]

Boy Name #11,812 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Mellow is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-EHL-oh.

Parents who love the name Mellow often also consider Mccall, Tan, Kara .

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Popularity Over Time

#11,812
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#11,812
Total SSA Count
8

Nicknames

Mel Mey Melie Mellie

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Mellow is also used as a girl name, ranked #23524.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mellow

Is Mellow a boy or girl name?
Mellow is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #11812. As a girl name, it is ranked #23524. Mellow is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mellow?
Mellow is pronounced m-EHL-oh.
How popular is the name Mellow?
Mellow is currently ranked #11812 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mellow?
Common nicknames for Mellow include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Mellie.
Is Mellow a common or rare name?
Mellow is an uncommon name, ranked #11812 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Mellow

Mellow is a boy name .

Is Mellow a boy or girl name? Mellow is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #11,812 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,524. Mellow is more commonly used as a boy name.

Mellow is currently ranked #11,812 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Mellow include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Mellie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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