Dark pigment or dark-skinned
Derived from the Greek word 'melas', meaning black or dark. It refers to the natural pigment found in most organisms that gives color to skin, hair, and eyes. In a naming context, it is often used to celebrate heritage, identity, and the beauty of dark skin tones.
About 5 girls were named Melanin in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
