Melene
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Melene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 28 babies have been named Melene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,176 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,176
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Melene
Melene is a girl name .
Melene is currently ranked #65,176 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melene include Mel, Mele, Meley, Meleie, Mey, Meie, and Melkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melene include Melek . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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