Comments and insights on the name MelinaPersonal experiences with the name MelinaNicknames for Melina
Mel, Lina, Mela, Meli (pronounced MEH-lee), Mina, Nina, Nana, Mimi
Meanings and history of the nameMelina
The name Melina can be found in Greece, Cyprus, Iran and southern Italy. Melina is originally a female given name in Greece and Iran, while in Italy is always a nickname. in Greece, Melina can be a nickname as well, usually short form of Magdalene, Melpomene, Simela and less often Amalia. The greek name Melina derives from the noun meli (gr. μέλι), which means honey. In other words, Melina is "the one who is sweet as honey" or "made of honey" - melenia (gr. μελένια), which can also be found in Greece as a female first given name. Others suggest Melina derives from melon (gr. μήλο), meaning "the one who shines like golden-yellow apples".
Famous real-life people named Melina
Melina Mercouri, Greek actress and politician
Melina Kanakaredes, American actress
Melina Perez, wrestler
Melina Marchetta, Author
Melina in song, story & screen
"Melina" sung by Camilo Sesto in the 70s.