Girl
Melany
dark, black
About Melany
This elegant variation brings a distinctive flair to a classic choice. The name carries an understated sophistication that works beautifully from childhood through adulthood. Its melodic quality makes it memorable without being overly elaborate, striking that perfect balance between familiarity and uniqueness. Parents often appreciate how it stands out in a crowd while remaining accessible and easy to pronounce. The spelling variation adds character and individuality, suggesting creativity and thoughtfulness in naming choices. It pairs wonderfully with both traditional and modern middle names, offering excellent versatility for creating harmonious name combinations.
Popularity of the Name Melany
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | #894 | ||
| 2002 | #687 | ||
| 2003 | #576 | ||
| 2004 | #586 | ||
| 2005 | #539 | ||
| 2006 | #464 | ||
| 2007 | #423 | ||
| 2008 | #425 | ||
| 2009 | #427 | ||
| 2010 | #411 | ||
| 2011 | #466 | ||
| 2012 | #487 | ||
| 2013 | #455 | ||
| 2014 | #441 | ||
| 2015 | #485 | ||
| 2016 | #566 | ||
| 2017 | #494 | ||
| 2018 | #614 | ||
| 2019 | #613 | #972 | |
| 2020 | #643 | ||
| 2021 | #716 | ||
| 2022 | #624 | ||
| 2023 | #633 | ||
| 2024 | #437 | ||
| 2025 | #399 | ||
| 1974 | #392 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Melany
Names Similar to Melany
Nicknames for Melany
- Mel
- Lany
- Melly
- Mela
- Ellie
Famous People Named Melany
| Melany Fournier | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Melany Watson | British journalist and TV presenter |
| Melany Bennett | Australian Paralympic athlete |
| Melany Soler | Puerto Rican actress and model |
| Melany Morrison | Jamaican-American film director and writer |
| Melany Marony | French-Canadian artist and illustrator |
| Melany Bennett | British actress |
Characters Named Melany
| Melany Bishop | Character in the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Melany Thorn | Character in the book series "The Mortal Instruments" |
| Melany Crane | Character in the TV series "Haven" |
| Melany Lionheart | Character in the manga series "Fairy Tail" |
| Melany Pearl | Character in the novel "The Girl with All the Gifts" |
| Melany Logen | Character in the video game "Unreal Tournament 3" |
| Melany North | Character in the novel "Sleeping Beauties" by Stephen King and Owen King |