Melina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Melina is of Greek origin, meaning 'honey' or 'honeybee'. It has evolved from ancient forms like Melinus to modern usage. The name is associated with sweetness and warmth, lacking any biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Greek culture, and remains a charming choice for many parents today.
The name Melina is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Melina has been too falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Melina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3009th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5645th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2654th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1134th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 842nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 585th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 630th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Melina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Melina"
Pronunciation
/məˈliːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Melina is derived from the Greek word 'meli', which means 'honey'. It can also be associated with 'melina' meaning 'honeybee'.
Meaning
honey, honeybee
Language Evolution
Melina (Modern Greek), Melinus (Ancient Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Melina gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. It became more widely recognized in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Mel, Meli, Meline
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Melina is perceived as a sweet and gentle name, often associated with kindness and warmth. It is relatively popular among parents seeking unique yet traditional names.
Famous People
Melina Mercouri - Greek actress and politician., Melina Matsoukas - American director and producer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Melina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Melina"
"Melina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3009th of 9107 | 163 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5645th of 9204 | 38 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2654th of 12526 | 346 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1134th of 19264 | 1,698 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 842nd of 27321 | 3,586 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 585th of 35406 | 7,899 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 630th of 30306 | 5,700 |
Regional Popularity of "Melina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Melina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
87.41% 2124th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
65.91% 1829th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
52.95% 1555th/2937 |
33.96% 1183rd/3483 |
41.90% 1474th/3518 |
20.45% 827th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.64% 1129th/3685 |
17.99% 805th/4475 |
21.10% 1096th/5194 |
9.15% 578th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.10% 692nd/4582 |
9.08% 469th/5164 |
10.16% 743rd/7313 |
6.02% 449th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.00% 757th/3984 |
10.56% 474th/4487 |
11.76% 802nd/6822 |
7.74% 486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Melina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Melina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.