Melina (name)
The name Melina is a feminine given name of Greek origin and derives from the Greek word for "honey". "Mel" can be derived from names such as Melanie meaning "god’s gift" or Melissa meaning "honey-bee".
| Pronunciation | /məˈliːnə/ |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Greek |
| Meaning | honey, god’s gift |
| Region of origin | Greece |
| Other names | |
| Related names | Malina, Malena, Melena |
Notable people with the name include:
- Melina Almodóvar, Puerto Rican salsa singer, songwriter, dancer, and entertainer
- Melina Georgousakis, Australian scientist and founder of Franklin Women
- Melina Kanakaredes, Greek-American actress
- Melina León, Puerto Rican merengue singer and actress
- Melina Marchetta, Australian author
- Melina Matsoukas, Greek-American music video director
- Melina Mercouri, Greek actress, singer, and politician
- Melina Perez, American professional wrestler
- Melina Teno, Brazilian water polo player
- Melina Havelock, fictional character in James Bond
- Melina Džinović, Serbian fashion designer
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