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Melanny
Pronounced MEL-ə-nee /ˈmɛl.ə.ni/High
Meaning: -nny spelling of Melanie — from Greek melas, 'dark, black'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Melanny is a -nny spelling of Melanie — from Greek melaina/melas, 'dark, black' (borne by two early Roman saints; the gentle Melanie of Gone with the Wind). A soft, lyrical name, popular in Latina families; the -nny styling personalizes it (nickname Mel).
It registers thinly beside Melanie. Rare, dark-and-black at the root, and lyrical.
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What does the name Melanny mean?
Melanny spells Melanie — Greek 'dark, black'.
How do you pronounce Melanny?
It's said MEL-ə-nee /ˈmɛl.ə.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Melanny a boy or girl name?
Melanny is a girl's name.
How popular is Melanny?
Melanny is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Melanie is more common.