Melani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Melani is a name of Greek origin meaning 'dark' or 'black.' It has evolved from historical forms like Melania. The name is often associated with traits of elegance and sophistication, and it does not have a biblical relevance. Melani has gained popularity in the 20th century, and today it is perceived positively with a unique cultural depth.
The name Melani is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Melani has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Melani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2561st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1902nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3191st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1798th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1253rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Melani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Melani"
Pronunciation
/məˈlɑːni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Melani derives from the Greek word 'melas,' meaning 'black' or 'dark.' It is often associated with dark-haired or dark-skinned individuals.
Meaning
dark, black
Language Evolution
Melania, Melani, Melany
Historical Usage
Melani gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as variants of the name Melania became more common.
Variants & Derivatives
Melania, Melany, Mela
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Melani is seen as a unique and elegant name that carries a sense of sophistication and cultural depth.
Famous People
Melani McAlister - American scholar, Melani M. - Known for contributions in various fields
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Melani"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Melani"
"Melani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2561st of 12526 | 371 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1902nd of 19264 | 747 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3191st of 27321 | 515 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1798th of 35406 | 1,754 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1253rd of 30306 | 2,289 |
Regional Popularity of "Melani" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Melani" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
61.55% 1708th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
61.68% 2170th/3518 |
41.12% 1663rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
69.48% 3609th/5194 |
44.64% 2820th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.60% 2410th/4582 |
36.19% 1869th/5164 |
22.86% 1672nd/7313 |
19.08% 1424th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.91% 1311th/3984 |
30.29% 1359th/4487 |
16.86% 1150th/6822 |
21.19% 1330th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Melani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Melani" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.