Melanin
Girl nameMelanin has been given to 85 babies in the U.S. since 2016. It peaked in 2021. In 2025, about 1 in 321,453 girls was named Melanin.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
85
Peak year
2021 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2016
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Melanin — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Melanin.
Sibling name ideas for Melanin
Same era and popularity as Melanin, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Melanin?
Melanin has been given to 85 babies in the U.S. since 2016. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Melanin peak?
Melanin peaked in 2021, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Melanin a girl or boy name?
Melanin is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Melanin are girls).
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