Emma 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

Emma Rank #2
Melany Rank #438

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #438 for Melany.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

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 Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Melany

Cecily Vivian Jasper Leo Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Melany more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Melany at #438 in the United States.

What do Emma and Melany mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Melany means "black, dark-colored" (Greek (melas) origin).

Are Emma and Melany boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Melany is primarily a girl name.

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