Girl · 2918th of 35,406
Melannie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,727
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2006
Peak Popularity Year
82
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Melannie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Melannie is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'dark' or 'black.' It evolved from the Greek name Melania and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with creativity and individuality, and it does not have a specific biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/məˈlæni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Melannie is derived from the Greek word 'melas,' meaning 'black' or 'dark.' It is often associated with the Greek name Melania, which carries similar connotations.
Meaning
dark, black
Language Evolution
Melania, Melannie
Historical Usage
Melannie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a variation of the name Melania, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Melania, Mellie, Mel
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Melannie is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Melannie M. D. Smith, an accomplished artist., Melannie C. Johnson, a prominent author.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 82 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 17 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8881st of 12526 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5063rd of 19264 | 168 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7171st of 27321 | 164 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2918th of 35406 | 881 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3746th of 30306 | 491 |