Melanin Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Greek
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Melanin means 'black dye' or 'dark pigment'.
Meaning of the Name Melanin
Melanin is a name of Greek origin meaning 'black dye' or 'dark pigment'. It is derived from the Greek word 'melas', which means 'black'. Melanin is a natural pigment that determines the color of our skin, hair, and eyes. It plays a crucial role in protecting the skin from harmful UV radiation. This name is often associated with beauty, strength, and uniqueness.
Popularity of the Name Melanin
The popularity for the name Melanin peaked in popularity in the year 2021 with 15 births, which ranked number 12,994 out of 28,927 unique names for that year. Melanin had the most female births in 2021 with 15, which ranked number 7,231 out of 17,628 female names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Melanin
Popularity of Melanin by State
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