Melenie Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmeh-LEH-nee / mɛˈlɛniGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: dark; Latin: honey
Historical & Cultural Background
Melenie is a variant of the name Melanie, which has roots in Greek, where it means 'dark' or 'black.' The name gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the 20th century. It is often associated with the Latin word 'mel,' meaning honey, which adds a sweet connotation. The name has been used in literature and popular culture, contributing to its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Melenie is a less common variant of Melanie and has seen limited use in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Melanie
- Melany
International Variants
- Melanie (French)
- Melania (Italian)
- Melanija (Slavic)
Famous people named Melenie
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Fictional characters named Melenie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melenie was first seen in the United States in 1949. Melenie has ranked as high as #1267 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Melenie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Melenie (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |