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Melinda

muh-LIN-duh

"Sweet"

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The story behind the name

With this name, you'll be able to reflect baby's sweeter-than-sugar nature. Melinda has Latin roots, and means "sweet." It comes from the word melitus and is made up of two elements—mel, meaning "honeybee" or "bee," and linda, which means "beautiful." Melinda is one of a slew of -inda names, like Belinda, that came into use in the eighteenth century. Despite being in circulation for several centuries, Melinda still feels modern and gives baby a bevy of nicknames to choose from, including the cute Mindy.

help Quick answers about Melinda

What does the name Melinda mean?
Melinda means "Sweet". It is associated with Latin naming traditions.
What is the origin of the name Melinda?
Melinda has Latin origins and is often linked to the meaning "Sweet".
How do you pronounce Melinda?
Melinda is pronounced muh-LIN-duh.
Is Melinda a boy or girl name?
Melinda is typically used as a girl's name.
What is the story behind the name Melinda?
With this name, you'll be able to reflect baby's sweeter-than-sugar nature. Melinda has Latin roots, and means "sweet." It comes from the word melitus and is made up of two elements—mel, meaning "honeybee" or "bee," and linda, which means "beautiful." Melinda is one of a slew of -inda names, like Belinda, that ca...

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