Melony Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Melony originates from the Greek word for 'fruit,' reflecting its meaning. It evolved through various languages, maintaining its association with freshness and vitality. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in the late 20th century, representing a modern and cheerful image.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Melony"
Pronunciation
/məˈloʊni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Melony is derived from the Greek word 'mēlon,' which means 'apple' or 'fruit.' It is related to the word 'melon,' a type of fruit.
Meaning
fruit
Language Evolution
Mēlon (Ancient Greek), Melone (Italian), Melony (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Melony gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with a fresh and vibrant image.
Variants & Derivatives
Melanie, Mellie, Mel
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Melony is viewed as modern and unique, often associated with a positive and cheerful personality.
Famous People
Melony D. McGowan, an American artist, Melony Jones, a notable public speaker
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 116 peak births in 1974
Geographic Spread
Popular across 23 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Melony"
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 "Melony"
"Melony" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1547th of 12526 | 859 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1180th of 19264 | 1,592 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2195th of 27321 | 876 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3162nd of 35406 | 787 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4967th of 30306 | 321 |
Regional Popularity of "Melony" 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 "Melony" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
69.51% 1548th/2227 |
66.05% 1605th/2430 |
43.85% 1251st/2853 |
54.20% 1504th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
48.66% 1429th/2937 |
55.81% 1944th/3483 |
27.20% 957th/3518 |
40.38% 1633rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
73.89% 2723rd/3685 |
46.48% 2080th/4475 |
43.53% 2261st/5194 |
39.54% 2498th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
- |
42.16% 3083rd/7313 |
26.41% 1971st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
92.10% 6283rd/6822 |
55.21% 3465th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Melony"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Melony" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Melony" in the United States
The name Melony is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Melony has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Melony' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1547th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1180th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2195th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3162nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4967th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Melony' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.