Melainie
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Melainie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 107 babies have been named Melainie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melainie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,444 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,444
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Melainie
Melainie is a girl name .
Melainie is currently ranked #35,444 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melainie include Mel, Mela, Melay, Melaie, Melai, Melaiy, Melaiie, Nie, Niey, Mey, Meie, and Melkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melainie 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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