Melani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmeh-LAH-nee / mɛˈlɑːniGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: dark; Latin: honey
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Melani has roots in both Greek and Latin cultures. In Greek, it is derived from 'melas,' meaning 'dark' or 'black.' In Latin, it is associated with 'mel,' meaning 'honey,' which reflects sweetness. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing beauty and charm.
Trend Summary
The name Melani has seen a moderate rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Melanie
- Melani
International Variants
- Mélanie (French)
- Melânia (Portuguese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melani was first seen in the United States in 1947. Melani has ranked as high as #1098 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Melani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Melani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 40 | |
| CA | 25 | |
| FL | 17 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| SC | 10 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| KY | 5 | |
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 22 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 30 |
| 1959 | 33 |
| 1960 | 28 |
| 1961 | 35 |
| 1962 | 44 |
| 1963 | 41 |
| 1964 | 45 |
| 1965 | 31 |
| 1966 | 33 |
| 1967 | 38 |
| 1968 | 34 |
| 1969 | 38 |
| 1970 | 31 |
| 1971 | 62 |
| 1972 | 61 |
| 1973 | 50 |
| 1974 | 49 |
| 1975 | 57 |
| 1976 | 58 |
| 1977 | 51 |
| 1978 | 42 |
| 1979 | 50 |
| 1980 | 62 |
| 1981 | 30 |
| 1982 | 41 |
| 1983 | 29 |
| 1984 | 37 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 43 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 53 |
| 2000 | 66 |
| 2001 | 71 |
| 2002 | 98 |
| 2003 | 116 |
| 2004 | 114 |
| 2005 | 126 |
| 2006 | 179 |
| 2007 | 163 |
| 2008 | 170 |
| 2009 | 142 |
| 2010 | 134 |
| 2011 | 108 |
| 2012 | 141 |
| 2013 | 101 |
| 2014 | 130 |
| 2015 | 120 |
| 2016 | 147 |
| 2017 | 165 |
| 2018 | 205 |
| 2019 | 234 |
| 2020 | 258 |
| 2021 | 222 |
| 2022 | 227 |
| 2023 | 226 |
| 2024 | 254 |