Black or dark; song
Melondy is a rare variant that likely blends the Greek name Melanie, meaning 'black' or 'dark', with the English word Melody, meaning 'song'. It emerged as a creative spelling during the mid-20th century but has never achieved widespread popularity. It carries the dual imagery of mystery and musicality.
Less common today
Melondy isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,955 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).