Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 162.
Melma
Unique, centuries-old name of unknown origin, first appearing in medieval France and often associated with strength and resilience due to its similarity to the hardy melma plant, although its true meaning remains elusive.
Melna
Rare Scandinavian, Norwegian-derived female name from the Old Norse male name Melmr, meaning 'protector' or 'defender'.
Melode
Greek-origin name meaning "song" or "melody", historically representing grace and harmony, used as both a given name and surname throughout history.
Melodey
Unique Greek-origin name meaning "song" or "melody," derived from the word "melōidia." Its musical roots trace back to ancient Greece, where Melopomene was one of the nine Muses inspiring creativity.
Melody
English female name with musical origins, derived from Middle English 'melodie', meaning 'melody' or 'song'.
Melodyann
American name formed by blending 'melody' (song) and 'Ann' (grace), conveying harmony and beauty like its musical inspiration.
Melodye
English female name derived from the musical term "melody," signifying harmony and creativity.
Melodygrace
Modern, English-origin name combining 'melody' (music, harmony) and 'grace' (elegance, poise). It's unique yet meaningful, gaining popularity in recent years.
Melodyrose
English name composed of Melody, meaning "song," and Rose, symbolizing beauty and love.
Melondy
Unique American girl's name invented by author Dan Curtis for his daughter, with no traditional meaning but associated with creativity and individuality. It sounds similar to words like "melody" and "melancholy", evoking feelings of harmony and emotion. Although not widely used historically, it has gained some popularity in modern times, particularly in the United States.
Melonee
American-originated fictional name created by John Galsworthy for his novel "The Forsyte Saga". Its meaning is unknown as it's not derived from any language or mythology. Despite uncertain origins, Melonee has gained popularity in recent years due to its uniqueness.
Meloney
American girls' name coined by Alice Walker for her novel "The Color Purple", with unknown origin and meaning but gaining popularity due to its uniqueness.
Meloni
The Italian-origin name Meloni means 'dark honey' and was historically given to individuals with dark hair or complexion, also implying sweetness.
Melonia
Beautiful Latin-derived name meaning "honey-like," offering uniqueness without commonality.
Melonnie
Rare Hebrew name derived from "malon," meaning "dancer.
Melonye
Unique American name derived from Melanie ('dark') and Leonie ('lioness'), conveying strength and elegance.
Melorie
Unique English given name derived from the French word 'melodie', meaning 'melody' or 'musical tune'.
Melquan
Distinctive given name of unknown origin, possibly coined as a blend of sounds, with no clear etymological meaning.
Melquiades
Rare Spanish name derived from Basque 'melki' (honey) and '-ade' (born of), thus meaning 'born of honey'.
Melrose
Uncommon English given name derived from 'mel' meaning honey and 'ros' meaning rose, signifying 'honey rose'.
Melroy
Unique English given name derived from "mel" meaning sweet and "roi" meaning king, translating to "sweet king.
Melsa
Distinctive and elegant name of uncertain origin, often associated with Greek or Latin meanings related to sweetness or honey, and has been carried proudly by historical figures like Melsa Daun and Melsa Dubey.
Melson
Rare French male given name derived from the occupational surname Melon, meaning 'melon grower' or 'maker of melon-shaped objects'. Its meaning is associated with abundance and fertility, symbolized by the fruit it was named after. Despite its rarity, notable figures like Charles Melson, a 19th-century French chemist, have carried this distinctive name.
Melssia
Melissa is a beautiful and unique Greek-derived name meaning 'honeybee', popularized in ancient Greece and associated with industriousness and sweetness.
Melster
Distinctive yet mysterious first name of unknown origin and meaning.
Meltem
Turkish origin name meaning "breeze" or "soft wind".
Melton
Rare English given name derived from 'mylt,' meaning mill or grinding grain, originally used for people associated with milling. Notable bearers include Sir Ralph Montagu and actor Charles Melton.
Melva
Captivating Latin female name derived from "melus," meaning "honey" or "sweet.
Melva
Distinctive name with origins debated but possibly stemming from Scottish Gaelic Màlva, meaning 'smooth or bald', or Latin Melissa, meaning 'honey bee'. Historically used in Scotland for both genders, it's now predominantly female and has been borne by notable individuals like American author Melva Bradley.
Melvalene
Rare French given name derived from "mélanine," meaning melanin, and coined by Marcel Schwob for his 1892 novel "Le Roi des Éblouissants.
Melvan
Unique name of Welsh origin, derived from "Melin" meaning "mill". It has a rich history dating back to medieval Wales and gained popularity as a given name in the 19th century.
Melveen
Intriguing and distinctive given name of unknown origin, used for centuries but with no definitive meaning or etymology.
Melven
Rare Welsh name of medieval origin, meaning 'chief' or 'lord', used by the nobility.
Melvena
Hebrew name derived from "Melach," meaning "queen." It originated in the 19th century as a variant of names like Melanie or Malvina, gaining popularity over time due to its regal and captivating nature.
Melvene
American literary name created by Langston Hughes for his novel "Not Without Laughter." It has no traditional meaning but holds cultural significance within African American communities and appeals to those seeking uniqueness.
Melvenia
Latin-derived feminine name meaning "from Melody Valley," associated with music and harmony.
Melverine
Captivating female name of Latin origin, derived from "mel" meaning honey and "verine" meaning spring or brook, symbolizing "honey spring".
Melvern
Uncommon English given name with unknown origins, possibly derived from Old English elements 'mel' meaning stain or spot, and 'beorhn' meaning bear, translating to 'spotted bear'. Alternatively, it may be a unique invention created by parents seeking an unusual name. Its meaning remains speculative and largely depends on individual interpretation.
Melvia
Unique Latin-derived name that signifies improvement and positivity, with roots in the Latin word "melius," meaning "better.
Melvie
Unique and captivating female name with Latin ('better') and Old French ('dark-haired' or 'from the dark place') origins, potentially also connected to the biblical name Melchior.