Melayah
Melayah is a girl baby name. Ranked #18,511 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
Melayah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.
Over 150 babies have been named Melayah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melayah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,511 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #18,511
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Nicknames
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About the Name Melayah
Melayah is a girl name .
Melayah is currently ranked #18,511 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melayah include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Melaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melayah 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