King of light
Melchor is the Spanish form of Melchior. It is traditionally attributed to one of the three biblical Magi (Wise Men) who visited the infant Jesus. The name is derived from the Hebrew elements 'melekh' meaning king and 'or' meaning light.
Less common today
Melchor isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,772 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Spanish politician and humanitarian known as the Red Angel
Mexican lawyer and scientist who served as foreign minister
Spanish captain who defended Guatemala against British pirates
