Melanny
2025 SSA
About Melanny
Melanny is a contemporary feminine name that appears to be a variation of Melanie, which derives from Greek origins meaning 'dark' or 'black.' This modern spelling with double 'n' adds a unique twist to the traditional form. Melanny gained popularity primarily in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in the United States and Latin American communities. The name offers parents a way to honor the classic Melanie while giving their daughter a slightly more distinctive name. Melanny has a youthful, friendly sound that maintains its elegance into adulthood, contributing to its appeal across different cultural backgrounds.
Pronounced muh-LAN-ee.
As of October 2026, Melanny ranked #4950 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2588 for girls in 2013.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,673 | 66 | 36.9 |
| 2015 | #2,674 | 67 | 37.5 |
| 2016 | #3,450 | 46 | 26 |
| 2017 | #3,179 | 51 | 29.5 |
| 2018 | #4,738 | 29 | 17 |
| 2019 | #4,856 | 28 | 16.7 |
| 2020 | #4,617 | 29 | 17.9 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,951 | 27 | 16.8 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #4,950 | 27 | 16.8 |