Melly

♀ Girl

Pronounced MEL-ee /ˈmɛl.i/Medium

Meaning: Melly is a pet form usable for many Mel- names (Melanie, Melissa, Amelia, Melody). Used on its own, its exact source is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A sweet little nickname-name: Melly can shorten Melanie, Melissa or Amelia (said 'MEL-ee').

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningMelly is a pet form usable for many Mel- names (Melanie, Melissa, Amelia, Melody). Used on its own, its exact source is uncertain, which we note.

U.S. rank (2024)#16814 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 67

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a girl's name Melly is a short, affectionate form of names like Melanie, Melissa, Amelia or Melody. On its own its exact source is uncertain, which we note. A cheerful sound (said 'MEL-ee').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, sweet, and cheerful.

Did you know? Melly is the friendly pet form of a whole family of Mel- names; as a standalone name its exact source is open, which we note.

Overall data confidence 30%

References - Melly — Pet form of Mel- names; source uncertain

Variations

MellieMelliMely

Nicknames

MelMellie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Melly mean?

Melly is a pet form usable for many Mel- names; on its own its exact source is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Melly?

It's said MEL-ee /ˈmɛl.i/ — 2 syllables.

Is Melly a boy or girl name?

Here Melly is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Melly?

Melly is extremely rare for girls in the U.S. — a newly emerging pick.