Melvia
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Melvia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 328 babies have been named Melvia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melvia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,113 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,113
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Melvia
Melvia is a girl name .
Melvia is currently ranked #71,113 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melvia include Mel, Melv, Melvy, Melvie, Mey, Meie, and Melkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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