Melia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Melia has Greek origins, meaning 'ash tree.' It has evolved from ancient Greek to modern usage. The name is associated with nature and has gained popularity in recent years. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Melia is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Melia has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Melia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4035th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5907th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2916th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2333rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1482nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1915th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Melia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Melia"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛliə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Melia is derived from the Greek word 'melia,' which means 'ash tree.' In Greek mythology, Melia was also the name of a nymph associated with the ash tree.
Meaning
ash tree
Language Evolution
Melia (Ancient Greek), Melia (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Melia has been used since ancient times and has seen a resurgence in modern naming trends, particularly in the context of nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Melia, Mélia, Meli
Modern Popularity & Image
Melia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with nature and beauty. It is gaining popularity among parents looking for distinctive names.
Famous People
Melia Kreiling, an actress known for her roles in various television series., Melia G. Rodriguez, a notable figure in contemporary art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Melia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Melia"
"Melia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4035th of 9107 | 91 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5907th of 9204 | 33 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2916th of 12526 | 301 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2521st of 19264 | 490 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2333rd of 27321 | 803 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1482nd of 35406 | 2,255 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1915th of 30306 | 1,265 |
Regional Popularity of "Melia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Melia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2131st/2131 |
- | - |
100.00% 2362nd/2362 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
100.00% 2492nd/2492 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3257th/3257 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
100.00% 3283rd/3283 |
100.00% 2035th/2035 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 1645th/1645 |
100.00% 2128th/2128 |
100.00% 2020th/2020 |
100.00% 1047th/1047 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 2053rd/2053 |
100.00% 1739th/1739 |
100.00% 2257th/2257 |
100.00% 1672nd/1672 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Melia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Melia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.