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Melin

Quick answerThe given name 'Melin' is likely a variant of the Welsh name 'Melin' meaning "mill," derived from the Latin *molina*, or a diminutive of names like 'Melanie' or 'Melina,' meaning "honey" from Greek *meli*.

Welsh · Girl · 2 syllables

M
Rare

Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#6,420
TrendStable
Peak year2013
Syllables2
OriginWelsh
LanguageWelsh
CultureWelsh
Numerology8 Chaldean 9
Global rank#911

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Melin

The given name 'Melin' is likely a variant of the Welsh name 'Melin' meaning "mill," derived from the Latin *molina*, or a diminutive of names like 'Melanie' or 'Melina,' meaning "honey" from Greek *meli*.

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Etymology

The given name 'Melin' is likely a variant of the Welsh name 'Melin' meaning "mill," derived from the Latin *molina*, or a diminutive of names like 'Melanie' or 'Melina,' meaning "honey" from Greek *meli*. It is used primarily in Welsh and English-speaking cultures, with no strong religious association, and has no notable historical figure or widespread historical context.

Melin currently ranks #6,420 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2013.

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