Black or dark
Malanie is a rare variant of Melanie, which is derived from the Greek word 'melas'. It historically refers to a person with dark hair or a dark complexion. While the 'Melanie' spelling has been popular for decades, this specific 'a' spelling is much less common.
About 19 girls were named Malanie in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
