Melanie
Girl name · 1,782 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Melanie: 1,782 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 135 births in 1976.
Derived from the Greek *melania* meaning 'dark' or 'black', Melanie entered English through the French form *Mélanie*. Famous bearers include Spice Girl Melanie Brown (Mel B) and actress Melanie Griffith. While no well-known place is named after a bearer, the root connects to the word melanin, linking the name to natural pigmentation. A notable variant is Melany, though the traditional spelling retains a classic elegance. In Scotland, Melanie saw steady popularity from the 1970s onward, giving it a familiar yet sophisticated feel for modern parents.
Girl 47 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1976135 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7803 babies
- Total births
- 1,782since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 15%vs prior 5y