Melonie
About Melonie
Melonie is a feminine name that represents a spelling variation of Melanie, which has Greek origins meaning "dark" or "black." This alternative spelling maintains the melodic sound and sweet character of the original while giving it a slightly different visual appearance. The name became popular in the English-speaking world during the 20th century. Melonie has a musical quality, perhaps enhanced by its similarity to the word "melody," though this connection is coincidental. The name evokes a sense of warmth and friendliness. Parents choosing this spelling variation might appreciate its unique touch while keeping the familiar sound that has made Melanie a beloved name for generations.
Pronounced muh-LOH-nee.
As of October 2026, Melonie ranked #10628 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #765 in 1973.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | #4,680 | 30 | 16.8 |
| 2016 | #4,700 | 30 | 16.9 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #4,618 | 29 | 17.9 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |