Declining since 2019.
Popularity of Melanni since 1974
Babies named Melanni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Melanni is a modern feminine name that first entered U.S. records in 1974, but it saw its peak popularity in 2018. Since then, its usage has been declining. The name is not ranked in the top 1,000 names for the latest year (2025), and its rarity makes it an uncommon choice. Melanni appears to be a creative respelling or elaboration of established names like Melanie or Melany, following a pattern of distinctive spellings that gained traction in the 2010s. Its top usage years reflect a broader trend of parents seeking unique names with a familiar sound. Melanni has not been strongly associated with any particular U.S. states, indicating its spread is relatively even across the country.
Melanni is a modern coinage, likely created as a feminine name by respelling or elaborating on names like Melanie (from Greek melania, 'blackness') or Melany. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1974 but saw increasing use in the 2010s, peaking in 2018. Its spelling with a double 'n' and 'i' ending follows a trend of distinctive, personalized name forms.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mel, Lanni, Anni
Sibling names for Melanni
Names that share Melanni's style, for a brother or sister.
