Rising since 1990, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Meleana since 1976
Babies named Meleana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 99 |
| 2010s | 111 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Meleana is a rare and modern feminine name that first entered U.S. records in 1976. As of 2025, it ranked 10,917, given to approximately 1 in every 200,908 girls. The name saw its peak popularity in 2012, and it has been on a rising trajectory since 1990, with its strongest usage during the 2010s. While its exact origins are unclear, it likely blends familiar elements like Melanie and Ana or draws from Hawaiian naming patterns. Though no top states have recorded significant usage, Meleana appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet melodic name that feels contemporary and uncommon.
Meleana is a modern name that appears to be a combination or respelling of existing names. It may blend Melanie (from Greek melania, meaning 'black, dark') with Ana (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace'). Alternatively, it could be a variant of the Hawaiian name Meleana, derived from Mele ('song') and the suffix -ana. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1976 and has seen modest but steady use, particularly as a feminine name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mel, Meli, Ana
Variants: Miliana, Melyana
Sibling names for Meleana
Names that share Meleana's style, for a brother or sister.
