Melani vs Melanie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melani

Girl #1,006 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"dark, black"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #122 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"dark-complexioned, of dark appearance"

Origin: Greek

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Melani Rank #1,006

Melanie Rank #122

Melanie is more popular, ranked #122 vs #1006 for Melani.

Is Melani or Melanie more popular?

Melanie is more popular, ranked #122 compared to Melani at #1006 in the United States.

What do Melani and Melanie mean?

Melani means "dark, black" (Greek origin). Melanie means "dark-complexioned, of dark appearance" (Greek origin).

Are Melani and Melanie boy or girl names?

Melani is primarily a girl name. Melanie is primarily a girl name.