Melantha
Pronunciation: [ m-ihl-ANTH-uh ]
Melantha is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,912 in the US, popular nicknames include Mel, Mey, and Melie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Melantha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 29 babies have been named Melantha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melantha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,912 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,912
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Melantha
Melantha is a girl name .
Melantha is currently ranked #34,912 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melantha include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Melaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melantha 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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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis