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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Dark, black
- Origin
- Greek (via Latin)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- meh-LAH-nee-uh
Melania (meh-LAH-nee-uh) is a Greek name that came into English by way of Latin, and it means "dark" or "black." It has four soft syllables that end on an open, airy "-nee-uh" sound.
Meaning & Origin of Melania
Meaning: Dark, black.
Origin: Greek (via Latin).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Melania
meh-LAH-nee-uhIPA /məˈlɑːniə/
Popularity of Melania
Melania has never been a top-tier pick in the U.S. Social Security data (1913-2024): it peaked at #934 in 2017, when 283 babies were given the name, and by 2024 it had slipped to #1609 with 130 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Melania mean?
Dark, black. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Melania?
Melania is pronounced meh-LAH-nee-uh (IPA: /məˈlɑːniə/).
Is Melania a popular name right now?
Melania peaked at #934 in 2017 and is ranked #1609 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2024.)
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