Melany is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #4057 in 2023 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 7 births ranking #3117. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 51,314 girls born was named Melany. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Melany is a modern spelling of Melanie and shares the meaning 'dark'. It feels familiar and friendly while looking slightly more contemporary.
The newer spelling rose as parents personalised established classics without changing the sound. It keeps the same ancient Greek root as Melanie while fitting modern spelling taste.