Melanye
Melanye is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,151 in the US, popular nicknames include Mel, Mey, and Melie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Melanye first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 296 babies have been named Melanye in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melanye is past its peak , currently ranked #36,151 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,151
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Melanye
Melanye is a girl name .
Melanye is currently ranked #36,151 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melanye include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Melaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melanye include Melanie, Melany, Melani, Melania . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis