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Melanee

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Pronounced MEL-uh-nee /ˈmɛl.ə.ni/Medium

Meaning: A modern spelling of Melanie, from the Greek melaina, 'dark; black.' The -ee ending gives the classic a soft, current look; used here as a given name in its own right.Low

In 30 seconds: A fresh spelling of Melanie: Melanee traces to the Greek for 'dark' (said 'MEL-uh-nee'). Soft and familiar.
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Origin MediumGreek, American
MeaningA modern spelling of Melanie, from the Greek melaina, 'dark; black.' The -ee ending gives the classic a soft, current look; used here as a given name in its own right.
U.S. rank (2024)#12967 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1963
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,222

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196319492024

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

Melanee is a modern spelling of Melanie (Greek melaina, 'dark; black'), long popular in the English-speaking world. The -ee ending reads soft and current; it stands as a given name in its own right (said 'MEL-uh-nee').

It appears rarely for girls in the U.S., against the more common Melanie. Rare, soft, and familiar.

Did you know? Melanee respells Melanie — a name from the Greek melaina, 'dark; black.' The -ee ending gives the old favorite a soft, modern finish (said 'MEL-uh-nee').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Melanee — Spelling of Melanie; Greek 'dark'

Variations

MelanieMelanyMalanee

Nicknames

MelLanee

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Melanee mean?

Melanee is a spelling of Melanie, from the Greek melaina, 'dark; black.'

How do you pronounce Melanee?

It's said MEL-uh-nee /ˈmɛl.ə.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Melanee a boy or girl name?

Melanee is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Melanee?

Melanee is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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