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Melinda

female

Meaning

"Honey Sweet"

Melinda is a later English name, often linked to Greek elements for honey and used widely since the nineteenth century.

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Popularity History of Melinda

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2104Ranked in 2024

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#2104

Melinda was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+11

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Melinda Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Melinda.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Melinda

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Quick Facts

OriginEnglish, Greek
Syllables3
Length7 letters

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