Melenie

Q: What is the origin of Melenie?

Melenie is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Melenie a girl name?

Melenie is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dark or Black"

Melenie is a variant of Melanie, from Greek roots associated with darkness or blackness in traditional etymological analysis.

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Popularity History of Melenie

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#16810Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Melenie did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Melenie Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Melenie.

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Mele

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mely

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mele

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mie

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niey

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leny

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Baby Name Lists That Include Melenie

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Melenie mean?

Melenie means "Dark or Black". Melenie is a variant of Melanie, from Greek roots associated with darkness or blackness in traditional etymological anal

What is the origin of Melenie?

Melenie is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Melenie?

According to the latest SSA data, Melenie is currently ranked #16810 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Melenie a girl name?

Melenie is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Melenie?

Popular nicknames for Melenie include Melie, Mele, mely, mele, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Melenie?

There are many names similar to Melenie in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, English

Syllables2

Length7 letters

US Rank#16810

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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