Melanie Capone

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melanie Capone — Latin
180K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melanie Capone is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Melanie is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Melanie is a feminine given name derived from the Greek μελανία (melania), "blackness" and that from μέλας (melas), meaning "dark". Borne in its Latin form by two saints, Melania the Elder and her granddaughter Melania the Younger, the name was introduced to England by the Normans in its French form Melanie. However, the name only became common in English usage in the 1930s because of the popularity of Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel Gone with the Wind and its 1939 film adaptation, as one of the novel's main characters was named Melanie Hamilton. The surname Capone: Al Capone (1899–1947), prominent American gangster in Chicago from the 1920s Albert Francis Capone (1918–2004), American gangster also known as Sonny, son of Al Capone Frank Capone (1895–1924), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone James Vincenzo Capone (1892–1952), American prohibition agent, legally changed his name to Richard James Hart after the First World War, oldest brother of Al Capone Ralph Capone (1894–1974), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone Mae Capone (1897–1986), American wife and widow of Al Capone Andrea Capone (born 1981), Italian football midfielder. Melanie is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 180K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Melanie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Melanie

Latin

Melanie is a feminine given name derived from the Greek μελανία (melania), "blackness" and that from μέλας (melas), meaning "dark". Borne in its Latin form by two saints, Melania the Elder and her granddaughter Melania the Younger, the name was introduced to England by the Normans in its French form Melanie. However, the name only became common in English usage in the 1930s because of the popularity of Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel Gone with the Wind and its 1939 film adaptation, as one of the novel's main characters was named Melanie Hamilton.

Surname: Capone

Italian

Al Capone (1899–1947), prominent American gangster in Chicago from the 1920s Albert Francis Capone (1918–2004), American gangster also known as Sonny, son of Al Capone Frank Capone (1895–1924), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone James Vincenzo Capone (1892–1952), American prohibition agent, legally changed his name to Richard James Hart after the First World War, oldest brother of Al Capone Ralph Capone (1894–1974), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone Mae Capone (1897–1986), American wife and widow of Al Capone Andrea Capone (born 1981), Italian football midfielder.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Melanie is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Melanie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Melanie Capone:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Melanie?
The first name Melanie originates from Latin. Melanie is a feminine given name derived from the Greek μελανία (melania), "blackness" and that from μέλας (melas), meaning "dark". Borne in its Latin form by two saints, Melania the Elder and her granddaughter Melania the Younger, the name was introduced to England by the Normans in its French form Melanie. However, the name only became common in English usage in the 1930s because of the popularity of Margaret Mitchell's 1936 novel Gone with the Wind and its 1939 film adaptation, as one of the novel's main characters was named Melanie Hamilton.
When was Melanie most popular?
The name Melanie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Capone?
The surname Capone originates from Italian. Al Capone (1899–1947), prominent American gangster in Chicago from the 1920s Albert Francis Capone (1918–2004), American gangster also known as Sonny, son of Al Capone Frank Capone (1895–1924), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone James Vincenzo Capone (1892–1952), American prohibition agent, legally changed his name to Richard James Hart after the First World War, oldest brother of Al Capone Ralph Capone (1894–1974), American mobster in Chicago, brother of Al Capone Mae Capone (1897–1986), American wife and widow of Al Capone Andrea Capone (born 1981), Italian football midfielder.
What are the origins of the name Melanie Capone?
The name Melanie Capone combines two different traditions: the first name Melanie has Latin roots, while the surname Capone originates from Italian.
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