Melanie Rolon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melanie Rolon — Latin
180K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melanie Rolon 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 Rolon: Agustín Pedro Justo Rolón (1876–1943), Argentine military officer Camila Rolón (1842–1913), Argentine religious sister Carlos Rolón (born 1970), American artist Carlos Rolón (born 1992), Paraguayan footballer Esteban Rolón (born 1995), Argentine footballer Giselle Gómez Rolón (born 1992), Argentine model Ismael Blas Rolón Silvero (born 1914), Paraguayan Catholic prelate Gabriel Rolón (born 1961), Argentine psychologist José Jacinto Rolón (1821–1910), Argentine founder José María Rolón (1826–1862), Argentine priest and politician Juan Rolón (born 1930), Argentine wrestler Leonardo Rolón (born 1. 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: Rolon

Spanish

Agustín Pedro Justo Rolón (1876–1943), Argentine military officer Camila Rolón (1842–1913), Argentine religious sister Carlos Rolón (born 1970), American artist Carlos Rolón (born 1992), Paraguayan footballer Esteban Rolón (born 1995), Argentine footballer Giselle Gómez Rolón (born 1992), Argentine model Ismael Blas Rolón Silvero (born 1914), Paraguayan Catholic prelate Gabriel Rolón (born 1961), Argentine psychologist José Jacinto Rolón (1821–1910), Argentine founder José María Rolón (1826–1862), Argentine priest and politician Juan Rolón (born 1930), Argentine wrestler Leonardo Rolón (born 1.

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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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Notable People Named Melanie Rolon

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Rolon?
The surname Rolon originates from Spanish. Agustín Pedro Justo Rolón (1876–1943), Argentine military officer Camila Rolón (1842–1913), Argentine religious sister Carlos Rolón (born 1970), American artist Carlos Rolón (born 1992), Paraguayan footballer Esteban Rolón (born 1995), Argentine footballer Giselle Gómez Rolón (born 1992), Argentine model Ismael Blas Rolón Silvero (born 1914), Paraguayan Catholic prelate Gabriel Rolón (born 1961), Argentine psychologist José Jacinto Rolón (1821–1910), Argentine founder José María Rolón (1826–1862), Argentine priest and politician Juan Rolón (born 1930), Argentine wrestler Leonardo Rolón (born 1.
What are the origins of the name Melanie Rolon?
The name Melanie Rolon combines two different traditions: the first name Melanie has Latin roots, while the surname Rolon originates from Spanish.
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