Melany
m(e)-la-ny
Popularity:1221
Origin:Greek
Meaning:blackness; dark
Melany is a feminine name of Greek origin. A creative variation of Melanie, Melany shares its root in the Greek words melania, meaning "blackness," and melas, meaning "dark." Far more than skin-deep leanings, Melany encourages a character of rich depths, unwavering and resolute in their beliefs. In its original spelling, the name is greatly bound to the figure Melania the Younger, a renowned early medieval saint. Melania's acclaim stems from her renouncement of all material wealth and comforts in the pursuit of a life of Christian asceticism. In her devotion, she donated charitably, freed her slaves, and dedicated her life to leading others on a path of chastity. Today, Melany is a symbol of steadfastness rooted deep, impervious to the fleeting fancy of surface desire.
Was this page helpful?
Yes
No
Not sure you have the perfect name? Search to add more baby names to your My Favorites list.
Article saved.Go to My Saved Articles
Article removed.
Name added. View Your List