Meliodas Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mel-ee-oh-das //ˈmɛliəˌdɑs//
Origin: Hebrew; English; Japanese
Meaning: God is my king (Hebrew); derived from a character in Japanese manga (Japanese)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Meliodas has its roots in the Old French name "Meliadus," which is derived from the Welsh name "Meliadus" or "Meliadus of the Round Table." The etymology can be traced back to the Latinized form of the name, which likely evolved from earlier Celtic origins. The name is believed to be connected to the Welsh word "mell,” meaning "honey," suggesting a connotation of sweetness or pleasantness.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of medieval literature, particularly during the 12th century, when Arthurian legends began to gain prominence in England, bringing with them various characters and names from the Welsh and French traditions. Historically, Meliodas is associated with the Arthurian cycle, particularly in the tales of Sir Tristram and the broader narratives surrounding King Arthur's court.
The character of Meliodas appears in several medieval romances, most notably in the "Vulgate Cycle" of Arthurian literature, which was compiled in the early 13th century. In these stories, Meliodas is often depicted as a noble knight, contributing to the themes of chivalry and valor that characterize the Arthurian legends.
The name's literary significance was further solidified through adaptations and retellings of these tales in various forms over the centuries. Culturally, Meliodas embodies the ideals of knighthood and romance prevalent in medieval literature, symbolizing loyalty, bravery, and the quest for honor.
The name has also been associated with themes of love and adventure, resonating with the romantic narratives of the time. While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, Meliodas itself has maintained a distinct identity within the context of Arthurian legend, contributing to its enduring legacy in literary and cultural history.
Fictional characters named Meliodas
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Meliodas is a fictional character from the manga and anime series The Seven Deadly Sins. He is the Dragon's Sin of Wrath and serves as the leader of the Seven Deadly Sins, a group of knights seeking to protect the kingdom of Liones.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meliodas was first seen in the United States in 2017.
Meliodas has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Meliodas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Meliodas is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Meliodas was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Meliodas
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Meliodas.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2017 | 11 |