Elenie vs Melian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elenie

Girl #13,154 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"torch, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#13,154
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Lenie, Nell

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Popularity Comparison

Elenie Rank #13,154
Melian Rank #13,146

Melian is more popular, ranked #13146 vs #13154 for Elenie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elenie ___

  • Elenie Rose
  • Elenie Grace
  • Elenie Marie
  • Elenie Anne
  • Elenie Sofia

Melian ___

No pairings available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elenie or Melian more popular?

Melian is more popular, ranked #13146 compared to Elenie at #13154 in the United States.

What do Elenie and Melian mean?

Elenie means "torch, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Elenie and Melian boy or girl names?

Elenie is primarily a girl name. Melian is primarily a girl name.

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