Will my child share the name Melis with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 6 UK babies named Melis per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Melis in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Melis becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Melis is declining: down 258 places since 2020, to #3,705 in 2025. It peaked at #1,160 in 1999.

Is Melis a good choice for a distinctive name?

Melis is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Melis a popular baby name in the United States?

Melis does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Melis is a distinctive choice, ranked #3705 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Melis in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Melis

Melis has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 746 places in five years. It was most popular in 1999 at #1160 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Melis is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Melis in their class.