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Melina
honey, sweet as honey
Origin
Greek
Used in
el
Origin and meaning of Melina
Melina comes from the Greek méli (μέλι), 'honey', often understood as an affectionate short form of names like Melitini or Karmelina. The name gained international fame through Greek actress and politician Melina Mercouri, a symbol of culture and national pride. Loved for its sweet, bright sound, it evokes warmth, naturalness, and a direct link to Greek land and tradition.
Variants around the world
How Melina sounds in other languages.
MelissaCarmelina
Famous people
- Melina Mercouri— actress
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