What is the meaning of the name Melinda?
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Melinda originated in the 18th century, probably in the United States. It is a girl's name popular in the United States and Hungary. The name Melinda can be traced back to several languages including Greek, Latin and Germanic.
"Honey"
Melinda is usually translated to mean sweet. More literally, it can also be translated to honey.
Greek and Latin Origins
The "Mel" in Melinda may have one of a few possible origins. It is likely to have originated from "honey bee" in Old Greek and Latin. Alternatively, "meli" means honey in Greek.
Linda
Linda is derived from the German, originally "Linde," meaning lime tree. It has since been adapted to the Spanish, and means "pretty."
Melanie
"Mel" may also be derived from Melanie. It is of Greek origin, and is translated to "black"; alternatively, it can refer to "dark or tanned skin."
Melissa
Melissa is a name popular is English and German. It is derived from the Greek "meli" meaning honey. Melinda may have originated as a diminutive version of this name.
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