Melina

The female first name Melina likely originates from Greek and translates directly as 'the sweet one,' 'the honey sweet one,' or 'the honey wine,' derived from the ancient Greek méli (μέλι) for 'the honey.' More freely, the name is sometimes interpreted as 'the one from the island of Melos.'

What does the name Melina mean?

The female first name Melina likely originates from Greek and translates directly as 'the sweet one,' 'the honey sweet one,' or 'the honey wine,' derived from the ancient Greek méli (μέλι) for 'the honey.' More freely, the name is sometimes interpreted as 'the one from the island of Melos.' Furthermore, Mélina is also seen as an old French diminutive of Ameline. In this context, the girl's name means 'the capable one' and 'the brave one,' predominantly derived from the Gothic amals for 'capable' and 'brave.' Melina is also a diminutive of Carmelina, an Italian pet form of the name Carmela. Its meaning is 'the orchard,' 'the vineyard of God,' or further interpreted as 'the song,' 'the singing,' and 'the poem.' This is derived from the ancient Hebrew element karmel (כַּרְמֶל) for 'the orchard' and 'the fertile land' (the mountain where the Mother of God appeared) or alternatively from the Latin term carmen for 'the song.' Melina is also considered a derivative of the name Mel, an English diminutive of names that start with the element 'Mel-.' The name has been present in German naming since around the 1980s. Other variants include Meline, Melinna, and Melyna. A well-known bearer of the name in the German-speaking world is the Greek actress Melina Mercouri.

Where does the name Melina come from?

Etymology Melina is a female first name of ancient Greek and Latin origin with the meaning 'the honey sweet one' or 'the capable one.' Ancient Greek Gothic Latin

How do you pronounce Melina?

Sound & pronunciation of Melina: The name Melina is structured melodically with three to four syllables. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Me-li-na' [meˈliːna], with the emphasis on the middle syllable. The open 'a' at the end provides a harmonious conclusion. Melina sounds modern and melodious - lively, stylish, and present.

When is the name day of Melina?

The name day of Melina is September 16 and November 19.

Popularity

In Germany, the first name Melina was only sporadically present in the 1920s until the late 1930s. In 1925, it reached position 166, placing it within the top 250, but subsequently disappeared from the rankings for several years. Between 1937 and 1940, it fluctuated between top 447 and top 485 and was clearly among the rarely given first names. In the 1960s and 1970s, the name mostly remained in the lower ranks.

Nicknames & pet names

Ina / Leni / Lin / Lina / Linchen / Line / Lini / Malina / Me / Mehl / Mehli / Mel / Mel Mel / Mela / Meladona / Melatonin / Melchen / Mele / MelG / Meli / Melienchen / Melika / Melikon / Melin / Melinachen / Melinchen / Melini / Melinksi / Melinnsche / Melinschka / Melinski / Melintschki / Melinzki / Melinzky / Melisha / Melkopf / Melkovich / Mella / Mellala / Melle / Melli / Melli pelli / Mellii / Mellimel / Mellone / Mellow / Mellus / Melly / Melo / Meloenchen / Melona / Melone / Meloni / Meloschi / Melosh / Melu / Mely / Meme / Mi / Milchen / Mille / Mille Vanille / Milli / Mimi / Mina / Mistel / Mukki / Nina

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Famous people

• Melina (singer from Greece)
• Melina Almodovar (dancer from the USA)
• Melina from Krysta (character from the game Terranigma)
• Melina from Storkholm (character from the game Terranigma)
• Melina Hennen (actress from Germany)
• Melina Kanakaredes (actress (CSI New York))
• Melina Manandhar (actress from Nepal)
• Melina Mandozzi (violinist and soloist)
• Melina Matsoukas (Greek-American music video director)
• Melina Mercouri (actress)
• Melina Paez (American actress)
• Melina Perez (wrestler)
• Melina Petriella (Argentinian actress)
• Melina Soochan (Canadian musician)
• Melina Sophie (well-known YouTuber from Germany)
• Melina Teno (water polo player from Brazil)