Melinda Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmeh-LIN-duh / /məˈlɪndə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: honey; Latin: dark
Historical & Cultural Background
Melinda is often associated with the Greek word 'meli,' meaning honey. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has been used for both genders, though it is predominantly feminine. Its usage for boys is rare and may be considered unconventional.
Trend Summary
Melinda has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malinda
- Mel
- Meli
International Variants
- Melinda (Spanish)
- Melinda (Italian)
Famous people named Melinda
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Fictional characters named Melinda
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melinda was first seen in the United States in 1954. Melinda has ranked as high as #1103 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Melinda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Melinda
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |