Girl nameCurrently #11,749 in the USRising
Melanin
//ˈmɛlənən//
3 syllablesPeak year: 20217 lettersStarts with M
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Melanin's meaning
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Melanin's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Melanin |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |
Melanin through the decades
- Melanin peaked in 2021, when 15 babies were named Melanin in the US.
- Melanin currently ranks #11,749 in the US and is on the rise.