Melene
Girl nameMelene has been given to 28 babies in the U.S. since 1950. It peaked in 1957.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
28
Peak year
1957 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1950
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Melene — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Melene.
Sibling name ideas for Melene
Same era and popularity as Melene, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Melene?
Melene has been given to 28 babies in the U.S. since 1950. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Melene peak?
Melene peaked in 1957, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Melene a girl or boy name?
Melene is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Melene are girls).
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