Melanija
Serbian · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Melanija
Melanija derives from the Greek name Melania, which comes from the Greek word "melas" meaning "dark" or "black," typically referring to dark complexion or dark hair.
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Etymology
Melanija derives from the Greek name Melania, which comes from the Greek word "melas" meaning "dark" or "black," typically referring to dark complexion or dark hair. The name is used primarily in Slavic cultures, particularly among Slovenes and other South Slavic peoples, and has Christian associations through Saint Melania the Elder and Saint Melania the Younger from early Christian history.
Melanija currently ranks #5,670 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2018.
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