US Popularity:3274
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Dark, black
Melania is a feminine name steeped in mythology, thanks to its Greek origins. Derived from Melanie, Melania is also said to be connected to the Greek goddess Melinoe, who is the goddess of the underworld and spirits. She is often described as the leader of the dead and traversed the earth with a train of ghosts. Melinoe isn’t a very well-known Greek goddess, but if you’re a fan of the supernatural, the name Melania will haunt you in the best way! Etymologically, Melania means “dark” or “black,” coming from the words melas and melaina, making it perfect for parents who want something that falls on the spookier side. This moniker has also gained notoriety for belonging to Melania Trump, wife to Donald.

Famous People Named Melania

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  • Melania Trump
    Model, United States First Lady

Melania Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Melania is currently #2656 on The Bump
Girl:Melania is currently #1835 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Melania is currently #3274 in U.S. births
Girl:Melania is currently #1795 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1795
in 2023
- 295
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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