Melina
Melina is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Honey.
Origin and history
Melina is a feminine given name of Greek origin derived from the word for honey. It gained international popularity in the mid-20th century, partly inspired by Greek culture and cinema. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage as a classic yet distinctive choice.
Popularity in the United States
19,926 babies in the United States have been named Melina since 1880. It ranks #1069 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #634.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.1 %)
- TX (11.9 %)
- NY (10.1 %)
- FL (5.6 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 17 |
| 1890-1900 | 36 |
| 1900-1910 | 40 |
| 1910-1920 | 82 |
| 1920-1930 | 57 |
| 1930-1940 | 16 |
| 1940-1950 | 34 |
| 1950-1960 | 118 |
| 1960-1970 | 616 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,104 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,634 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,089 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,413 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,946 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,724 |
Famous people named Melina
- Melina Mercouri: Actress, Politician
- Melina Kanakaredes: Actress
- Melina Perez: Wrestler
Nicknames
Mel, Lina, Mellie
Fun facts
- The name derives directly from the Ancient Greek word 'meli', meaning honey.
- Famed Greek actress and politician Melina Mercouri helped bring the name into international prominence during the 20th century.