Mele Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEH-leh / ˈmɛ.leHawaiian; Hebrew
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'song'; Hebrew: 'honey'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, the name Mele is often associated with music and song, reflecting the importance of these elements in Hawaiian traditions. In Hebrew contexts, it is linked to sweetness and affection, often used in a familial or endearing sense. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in regions influenced by Hawaiian heritage.
Trend Summary
The name Mele has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States, particularly among those drawn to Hawaiian culture.
Similar Names
Variants
- Melea
- Mel
International Variants
- Mele (Hawaiian)
- Melech (Hebrew)
Famous people named Mele
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mele was first seen in the United States in 1955. Mele has ranked as high as #1194 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Utah, and Hawaii. In the past 5 years the name Mele has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mele (2022)
State | Births | Share |
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HI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1955 | 5 |
1963 | 7 |
1965 | 5 |
1967 | 6 |
1973 | 7 |
1974 | 8 |
1975 | 11 |
1976 | 9 |
1977 | 7 |
1978 | 10 |
1979 | 13 |
1980 | 15 |
1981 | 12 |
1982 | 14 |
1983 | 17 |
1984 | 14 |
1985 | 23 |
1986 | 15 |
1987 | 20 |
1988 | 19 |
1989 | 23 |
1990 | 27 |
1991 | 33 |
1992 | 20 |
1993 | 17 |
1994 | 27 |
1995 | 18 |
1996 | 12 |
1997 | 17 |
1998 | 25 |
1999 | 21 |
2000 | 16 |
2001 | 22 |
2002 | 19 |
2003 | 18 |
2004 | 20 |
2005 | 23 |
2006 | 13 |
2007 | 26 |
2008 | 16 |
2009 | 22 |
2010 | 17 |
2011 | 10 |
2012 | 8 |
2013 | 16 |
2014 | 21 |
2015 | 26 |
2016 | 20 |
2017 | 13 |
2018 | 16 |
2019 | 20 |
2020 | 15 |
2021 | 17 |
2022 | 20 |
2023 | 12 |
2024 | 11 |