Melaya
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Melaya first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.
Over 150 babies have been named Melaya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melaya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,841 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,841
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Melaya
Melaya is a girl name .
Melaya is currently ranked #9,841 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melaya include Mel, Mela, Melay, Melaie, Mey, Meie, and Melkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melaya 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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