Melany
Melany is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Dark or black.
Origin and history
Melany is a variant spelling of Melanie, which derives from the Greek word 'melaina' meaning dark or black. It has been used in English-speaking countries for decades and offers a modern alternative to the traditional spelling. In the U.S., it has maintained steady popularity as a feminine given name.
Popularity in the United States
17,379 babies in the United States have been named Melany since 1880. It ranks #1156 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #545.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.1 %)
- TX (19.9 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- FL (7.9 %)
- NJ (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 23 |
| 1950-1960 | 255 |
| 1960-1970 | 442 |
| 1970-1980 | 503 |
| 1980-1990 | 508 |
| 1990-2000 | 838 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,270 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,263 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,277 |
Famous people named Melany
- Melany Amararo: Singer
Nicknames
Mel, Laney, Mellie
Fun facts
- Melany is a phonetic variant of the classic name Melanie, which gained widespread popularity in the 20th century.
- The name traces back to the ancient Greek adjective melas, meaning dark-complexioned or swarthy.