Melainia

Spanish and Greek variation of Melanie

"black"

Melainia Origin and Meaning

The name Melainia is a girl's name.

Melainia is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a spelling variation of Melania or Melanie. These names derive from the Greek 'melania' meaning 'dark' or 'black,' originally referring to dark hair or complexion. This particular spelling with the additional 'i' creates a distinctive visual identity while maintaining the melodic pronunciation. Melanie became popular in the English-speaking world during the 1960s and 1970s, while variant spellings like Melainia emerged later as parents sought more unique options. The name has a graceful, flowing quality with its sequence of soft consonants and multiple vowels.