Rising since 2009, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Meliana since 2005
Babies named Meliana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 95 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Meliana first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005, debuting as a rare name with a melodic, modern feel. It has been gradually rising in usage since 2009, reaching its peak rank in 2020. As of 2025, it remains relatively uncommon, with only about 1 in 133,939 girls receiving the name, and no top U.S. states stand out as strongholds. The name reflects a broader trend of creating feminine names by combining popular elements, such as the Mel- prefix from Melanie and Melissa, and the -iana suffix seen in Liliana and Ariana. Lacking a fixed historical meaning, its appeal lies in its smooth sound and contemporary style, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon but accessible name.
Meliana is a modern invented name, formed by combining the popular prefix Mel- (from names like Melanie or Melissa) with the fashionable suffix -iana (as in Liliana or Ariana). It first appeared in U.S. records in 2005, part of a trend for melodic, feminine names ending in -a. Its meaning is not fixed; it may be associated with honey (from Latin mel) or simply be a euphonic blend.
“Meliana” around the world
Where Meliana lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Meli, Liana, Ana, Mel
Sibling names for Meliana
Names that share Meliana's style, for a brother or sister.
