Name comparison · girl names
Melanie vs. Melany
In 2025, Melanie leads at #142 among U.S. girls' names, with Melany at #398. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Melanie | Melany |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #142 | #398 |
| Babies in 2025 | 2,074 | 779 |
| All-time peak | #42 in 1972 | #398 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 25 / 100 | 37 / 100 |
| Strongest state | California (#76) | Delaware (#167) |