Boys name · New York
Melvin in New York
Melvin was the 828th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 17 babies named Melvin that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 13,995 babies Melvin.
Popularity over time
Melvin in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 11 | 163rd |
| 1926 | 305 | 61st |
| 1943 | 212 | 87th |
| 1959 | 156 | 158th |
| 1976 | 84 | 199th |
| 1992 | 67 | 277th |
| 2009 | 48 | 361st |
| 2025 | 17 | 828th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 163rd in 1910 to 828th in 2025.
The most babies named Melvin in New York in a single year was 316, in 1928. Its best showing was 59th among boys names in 1928.
Across the country, Melvin reached its best rank of 11th in Hawaii (1943). See Melvin in every state →
How popular is Melvin in New York?
Melvin was the 828th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 17 babies named Melvin that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 13,995 babies Melvin.
How many babies are named Melvin in New York?
In 2025, 17 babies were named Melvin in New York. The most babies named Melvin in New York in a single year was 316, in 1928.
What is the rank of Melvin in New York?
Melvin ranked 828th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 59th among boys names in 1928.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.