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Melanie name meaning
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in the U.S.
in 2010
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Meaning and Origin
What does the name Melanie mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Melanie
User Submitted Origins
English
51%
French
27%
Spanish
14%
Greek
9%
User Submitted Meanings
- A user from Florida, U.S. says the name Melanie is of French origin and means "Kind, Puts others first, passionate, caring, trustworthy, strong, successful, and VERY brave".
- According to a user from Florida, U.S., the name Melanie means "Magic and dark skin ( OLIVE TONE)".
- According to a user from Alabama, U.S., the name Melanie is of Greek origin and means "From greek god 'melanos': god of darkness. literally translates: dark skin".
- A submission from France says the name Melanie means "From Greek 'Melanos' meaning 'black', 'dark'" and is of Greek origin.
- According to 2 people from South Africa and the United States, the name Melanie is of Greek / French origin and means "Dark".
- A submission from Utah, U.S. says the name Melanie means "The name means dark" and is of French origin.
- A submission from California, U.S. says the name Melanie means "Darkness".
- According to a user from Utah, U.S., the name Melanie is of Roman origin and means "Beautiful, strong, leader, successful, brave".
- A user from Pennsylvania, U.S. says the name Melanie means "Kind helpful caring loving thoughtful".
- According to a user from Florida, U.S., the name Melanie means "A caring and loud person".
- 2 people from South Africa agree the name Melanie is of English origin and means "Dreams and visions".
- 3 people from Maryland, U.S. agree the name Melanie is of English origin and means "Nice".
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Wiktionary
French Mélanie, from Latin Melania, the name of two Roman fifth century saints, from Ancient Greek μέλας (mélas, “black, dark”).
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Melanie was also found in the following language(s): Danish and German
Notable Persons Named Melanie
Notable Persons Named Melanie
Mel B
Mel B is a singer-songwriter, dancer, actress, model, television personality, and author. Mel was given the name Melanie Janine Brown on May 29th, 1975 in Harehills.
Melanie Griffith
Melanie Griffith is an actress. Her most notable accomplishments were from 1969 to present. Melanie was born as the child of Peter Griffith and Tippi Hedren on August 9th, 1957 in New York City, New York, U.S.
Melanie Martinez
Melanie Martinez is an electropop, dark wave, and indie pop musician. She has had major accomplishments since 2012. Melanie was given the name Melanie Adele Martinez on April 28th, 1995 in Baldwin, New York, U.S.
Rebel Wilson
Rebel Wilson is a comedian, actress, and writer. She has been prominent since 2002. Rebel was given the name Melanie Elizabeth Bownds on March 2nd, 1980 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Melanie Lynskey
Melanie Lynskey is an actress. She was most active from 1994 to present. Melanie was given the name Melanie Jayne Lynskey on May 16th, 1977 in New Plymouth, New Zealand.
Mélanie Laurent
Her most notable accomplishments were from 1998 to present. Mélanie was born on February 21st, 1983 in Paris. Mélanie is also known as Laurent and Mélanie.
- Melanie CMusician
- Mel Giedroyc
- MelanieMusician
- Madeleine WestActress
- Mélanie ThierryActor
- Mélanie JolyMinister of Canadian Heritage
- Melanie KleinScientist
- Melanie Blatt
- Melanie ThorntonSinging
- Melanie Iglesias
- Melanie WilkesFictional Character
- Melanie ChandraModel
- Melanie FionaSinger-songwriter
- Melanie MayronActress
Notable Persons With the Last Name Melanie
Notable Persons With the Last Name Melanie
Melanie
Melanie is a folk, pop, country, folk music, and country music musician. She has been prominent since 1967. Melanie was given the name Melanie Anne Safka on February 3rd, 1947.
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