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Mellanie

♀ Girl

Pronounced MEL-uh-nee /ˈmΙ›l.Ι™.ni/Medium

Meaning: Mellanie is a doubled-l spelling of Melanie, from Greek melas ('dark, black'). A familiar classic in a slightly restyled form.Low

In 30 seconds: A restyled classic: Mellanie spells Melanie (Greek 'dark') with a doubled l (said 'MEL-uh-nee').
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Origin LowGreek, English
MeaningMellanie is a doubled-l spelling of Melanie, from Greek melas ('dark, black'). A familiar classic in a slightly restyled form.
U.S. rank (2023)#13004 β†— Rising
2023 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 1,112

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 200319422023

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

Mellanie is a variant spelling of Melanie, from the Greek melas ('dark, black'). Melanie was borne by early Christian saints; Mellanie is a homier spelling. A soft sound (said 'MEL-uh-nee').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, and softly classic.

Did you know? Mellanie is a spelling of Melanie, the name from Greek melas ('dark, black') carried by early saints - the same root, a slightly fuller look.
Overall data confidence 40%
References - Mellanie β€” Melanie variant; Greek 'dark'

Variations

MelanieMelanyMelanii

Nicknames

MelNellie

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Melanieβ€” the classic Mellanie spells
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Melodyβ€” a like mellow M-name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mellanie mean?

Mellanie is a variant spelling of Melanie, from Greek melas ('dark, black').

How do you pronounce Mellanie?

It's said MEL-uh-nee /ˈmΙ›l.Ι™.ni/ β€” 3 syllables.

Is Mellanie a boy or girl name?

Here Mellanie is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Mellanie?

Mellanie is extremely rare for girls in the U.S. β€” a newly emerging pick.

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