Melburn

“A variant of Melbourne, often used as a personal name.”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1983US 2023

217Births / yr

→Stable

489All-time births

📅 Since 191200

What does Melburn mean and where does it come from?

Melburn is considered a modern take on the name Melbourne, which is the capital city of the state of Victoria in Australia. The name Melbourne itself derives from English origins, and Melburn has appeared as a given name with regional ties especially in the United States and Australia. Its usage may

Cultural significance

Melburn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of melbourne, often used as a personal name..

Peak popularity

Reached #1454 in 1920 — currently #1983 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Melburn?

Melburn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Melburn Grace

How popular is Melburn right now?

Holding steady — currently #1983 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1983 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1983	217	▲ up 5 · +10% births
2022	#1988	197	▲ up 5 · +18% births
2021	#1993	167	▲ up 866 · +1756% births
1955	#2859	9	▲ up 1003 · +80% births
1950	#3862	5	▼ down 1262 · -44% births
1940	#2600	9	▼ down 783 · -44% births
1935	#1817	16	▲ up 900 · +60% births
1930	#2717	10	▼ down 174 · -17% births
1925	#2543	12	▼ down 1089 · -56% births
1920	#1454	27	▲ up 504 · +80% births
1915	#1958	15	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Melburn

Best Year1920Rank #1454

Peak Count217

Average Rank#2343

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202311 years

The story of Melburn

Melburn entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 489 total births recorded, Melburn remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Melburn in 1920:

John William Robert James Charles

Melburn by decade

Melburn peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	105
1920s ★	155
1930s	108
1940s	63
1950s	33
1960s	12
1970s	13

💎Melburn has only 489 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Melburn?

Common

MelMeElburn

What names sound and feel like Melburn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Melburn also consider these

Melbern

American · Possibly a form

Melbourn

United Kingdom · Mouth of the

England · from the spring

Leburn

American · Derived from the

Cleburn

American · from the clay

Common questions about the name Melburn

What does the name Melburn mean?

Melburn means "A variant of Melbourne, often used as a personal name." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Melburn?

Melburn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Melburn?

Melburn originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Melburn a common or rare name?

Melburn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Melburn?

Melburn naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.