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Melahni

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Pronounced meh-LAH-nee /mɛˈlɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Melanie — from Greek melas, 'dark; black' (in the sense of dark-haired/dark-complexioned)Low

In 30 seconds: Dark; black: Melahni spells Melanie. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'meh-LAH-nee').

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Origin LowGreek

MeaningA spelling of Melanie — from Greek melas, 'dark; black' (in the sense of dark-haired/dark-complexioned)

U.S. rank (2025)#16463 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 88

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Melahni is a spelling of Melanie — from Greek melas, 'dark; black' (in the sense of dark-haired/dark-complexioned; borne by early saints). A lyrical, modern name (said 'meh-LAH-nee'; nickname Mel).

In the U.S. it appears as a modern spelling. Rare in this form, dark-and-black at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Melanie comes from the Greek melas, 'dark; black' (in the sense of dark-haired) — Melahni is a modern spelling, lyrical and modern (said 'meh-LAH-nee').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Melanie — Greek etymology

Variations

MelanieMelaniMelany

Nicknames

Mel

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Melahni mean?

Melahni spells Melanie — Greek 'dark; black' (dark-haired).

How do you pronounce Melahni?

It's said meh-LAH-nee /mɛˈlɑ.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Melahni a boy or girl name?

Melahni is a girl's name.

How popular is Melahni?

Melahni is a rare spelling in the U.S.