Melanie is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #6435 in 1997 with 9 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 16 births ranking #5171. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 12.5%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 209,454 boys born was named Melanie. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Melanie is a polished classic meaning 'dark'. It feels soft and feminine while carrying a crisp, ancient root.
The name has been used in Christian Europe for many centuries and later became very familiar in modern English-speaking countries. Its elegant sound has helped it remain approachable across generations.