Melchor Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Melchor is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'King of light'. It evolved from the Hebrew 'Melech' and has been used historically in Christian traditions, especially regarding the Magi. The name has variants such as Melchior and is viewed positively today, especially in relation to its historical and biblical significance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Melchor"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛl.kɔr/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Melchor is derived from the Hebrew name 'Melech' meaning 'king' and 'or' meaning 'light' or 'the light of the king'.
Meaning
King of light
Language Evolution
Melech, Melchor
Biblical Background
Melchor is often associated with one of the Magi who visited Jesus after his birth, as mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew.
Historical Usage
The name Melchor gained popularity in Christian contexts during the Middle Ages, particularly in relation to the Three Kings or Magi tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Melchior, Melchiorre
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Melchor is less common but still recognized, especially in Christian communities and in cultures that celebrate Epiphany.
Famous People
Melchor Múzquiz, a historical Mexican politician, Melchor de Jovellanos, a Spanish politician and writer
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Melchor Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Melchor"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Melchor"
"Melchor" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3943rd of 7545 | 66 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3385th of 6773 | 89 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2956th of 7552 | 148 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3291st of 10718 | 154 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3732nd of 16616 | 223 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7113th of 24088 | 155 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11167th of 23106 | 59 |
Regional Popularity of "Melchor" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
61.03% 1444th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
72.67% 1710th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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50.33% 1436th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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49.26% 1733rd/3518 |
40.01% 1618th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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56.72% 2946th/5194 |
26.69% 1686th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
57.18% 4267th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Melchor" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Melchor"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Melchor" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Melchor" in the United States
The name Melchor is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Melchor has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Melchor' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3943rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3385th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2956th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3291st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3732nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7113th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11167th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Melchor' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.