Black or dark
Mellani is a modern spelling variant of Melanie. It is derived from the Greek word 'melaina', which refers to a dark color or blackness. The name historically gained popularity in the Middle Ages through Saint Melania the Younger.
Less common today
Mellani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #13,269 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
