Melodee
2025 SSA
About Melodee
Melodee is a feminine name representing a phonetic spelling variation of Melody. Derived from Greek origins meaning 'song' or 'music,' this name maintains the musical essence of its traditional counterpart while offering a distinctive spelling. The variant ending with 'ee' rather than 'y' gained modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s when creative spellings became fashionable. Melodee conveys qualities of harmony, sweetness, and artistic sensibility. Like its traditional counterpart, Melodee suggests a musical, lyrical personality. Though less common than Melody, this spelling variation continues to appeal to parents seeking a familiar name with a slightly unconventional presentation.
Pronounced MEL-uh-dee.
As of October 2026, Melodee ranked #8182 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #991 in 1955.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,136 | 36 | 20.3 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | #4,746 | 29 | 17.7 |
| 2023 | #4,706 | 29 | 18.1 |
| 2024 | #4,833 | 28 | 17.3 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |