Melda
Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Melda
Melda is derived from the Germanic element "meld" meaning "mild" or "gentle," combined with the suffix "-a," making it a feminine form meaning "gentle" or "mild." The name has been used primarily in English-speaking and Germanic cultures, with notable adoption in the 20th century, particularly in Australia where it gained popularity through cultural figures.
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Etymology
Melda is derived from the Germanic element "meld" meaning "mild" or "gentle," combined with the suffix "-a," making it a feminine form meaning "gentle" or "mild." The name has been used primarily in English-speaking and Germanic cultures, with notable adoption in the 20th century, particularly in Australia where it gained popularity through cultural figures.
Melda currently ranks #8,651 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1925.
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