Charlotte vs Melany

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melany

Girl #438 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"black, dark-colored"

Origin: Greek (melas)

Cultural Roots

French English Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#438
Total SSA Count
707
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel, Melly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Melany Rank #438

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #438 for Melany.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Melany ___

  • Melany Grace
  • Melany Rose
  • Melany Jane
  • Melany Claire
  • Melany Anne
  • Melany Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Melany

Cecily Vivian Jasper Leo Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Melany more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Melany at #438 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Melany mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Melany means "black, dark-colored" (Greek (melas) origin).

Are Charlotte and Melany boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Melany is primarily a girl name.

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