Melian
Melian is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,146 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
Melian first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 20 babies have been named Melian in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melian is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,146 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,146
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Melian
Melian is a girl name .
Melian is currently ranked #13,146 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melian include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Meliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melian include Melissa, Melina, Melinda, Melia, Melisa . 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