The nameMelany
Melany is a form of Mélanie, mostly given in France in the 1990s.
- Girl's name
- Greek
Meaning
Like Melanie, it comes from the Greek melas, "black, dark".
Origin
Greek, through Mélanie and the English Melanie.
History
First found in the mid 1970s, Melany peaked in the early 1990s. It is no longer given.
Popularity of the name Melany
Melany in France
1993peak year (115 births)
1,655babies named Melany in France since 1900
Melany was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 845 births over the decade, 51% of all recorded babies named Melany. Its rise began around 1979, and it peaked in 1993. Half of all babies named Melany in France were born before 1995.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Melany mean?
Like Melanie, it comes from the Greek melas, "black, dark".
What is the origin of the name Melany?
Greek, through Mélanie and the English Melanie.
Is Melany a girl's or a boy's name?
Melany is a girl's name.