Mella Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEL-uh / ˈmɛləLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: honey; Italian: a diminutive form of names like Carmela
Historical & Cultural Background
Mella is derived from the Latin word 'mel', meaning honey, which symbolizes sweetness and affection. In Italian, it is often used as a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Carmela. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, often associated with warmth and endearment.
Trend Summary
Mella is a less common name in the U.S., with limited popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mellie
- Mel
International Variants
- Mela (Italian)
- Mélanie (French)
Famous people named Mella
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mella was first seen in the United States in 1885. Mella has ranked as high as #872 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mella has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mella
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 9 |