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Is Melanie a French name?

Is Melanie a French name?

Mélanie is a feminine French given name. Notable people with the name include: Mélanie Bernier (b. 1985), French actress.

What does Melanie mean in French?

From Mélanie, the French form of the Latin name Melania, derived from Greek μέλαινα (melaina) meaning “black, dark”. The name was common in France during the Middle Ages, and was it introduced from there to England, though it eventually became rare.

How do you spell the name Melanie?

Correct spelling for the English word “Melanie” is [mˈɛləni], [mˈɛləni], [m_ˈɛ_l_ə_n_i] (IPA phonetic alphabet).

Is Melanie a black name?

Meaning and Origin of: Melanie The name Melanie is of Greek origin and means “black, dark”. It is the French form of the Latin name Melania. During the Middle Ages, Melanie was popular in France before being introduced to England, but has since become more rare.

What middle names go with Melanie?

Best Middle Names for Melanie

  • Melanie Adele.
  • Melanie Annabelle.
  • Melanie Anne.
  • Melanie Ariel.
  • Melanie Arlette.
  • Melanie Belle.
  • Melanie Blake.
  • Melanie Blithe.

Is Melanie an Irish name?

Melanie in Irish is Méalainí.

How old is the name Melanie?

Melanie was the name of two Roman saints of the fifth century, a grandmother and granddaughter. The name was introduced to England from France in the Middle Ages. In the US, Melanie has been a steadily popular choice since the late sixties.

What is a good French last name?

Here are our favorite French last names that make us wish for such an elegant-sounding moniker.

  • Allaire. Allaire is a surname used for people from the town of the same name.
  • André André is a French form of Andrew and means masculine.
  • Archambault.
  • Arnaud.
  • Arquette.
  • Aubert.
  • Augustin.
  • Babin.

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