Melloney is an uncommon, yet charming given name of English origin. It derives from the Middle English 'Meloni', which itself evolved from the Old French 'Melun'. This surname was originally associated with a place in France named Melun, indicating that its bearers were likely of Norman descent or had lived near this location during medieval times. Over time, Melloney has transitioned from a surname to a given name, though it remains quite rare today.
"Melloney was quite popular during the late 1950s and early 1960s with a peak of 7 births in 1963. However, its popularity declined afterwards, with only 6 births in 1971 and 5 in 1972. Overall, there were 29 babies named Melloney between 1956 and 1972."