Melinda Bone

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melinda Bone — Greek
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melinda Bone is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Melinda is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Melinda is a feminine given name. The modern name Melinda is a combination of "Mel" with the suffix "-inda". "Mel" can be derived from names such as Melanie meaning "dark, black" in Greek, or from Melina meaning "sweet like honey" or from Melissa (μέλισσα) meaning "honeybee" in Greek. It is also associated with the Greek word meli, meaning "honey", and with Linda, from "lind" meaning "gentle, soft, tender" in the Germanic languages. The typical English pronunciation of Melinda is . In Hungarian, the stress is on the first syllable: [ˈmɛlindɒ]. The surname Bone: Alexander Bone (born 1996), British saxophonist, record producer, and composer Drummond Bone, British academic, expert on Byron Gertrude Helena Bone (1876–1962), Scottish writer Henry Pierce Bone (1779–1855), English enamel painter Ian Bone (author) (born 1956), Australian writer, author and novelist John T. Bone (1947–2019), British-born actor Muirhead Bone (1876–1953), Scottish artist Philip J. Melinda is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 146K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Melinda reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Melinda

Greek

Melinda is a feminine given name. The modern name Melinda is a combination of "Mel" with the suffix "-inda". "Mel" can be derived from names such as Melanie meaning "dark, black" in Greek, or from Melina meaning "sweet like honey" or from Melissa (μέλισσα) meaning "honeybee" in Greek. It is also associated with the Greek word meli, meaning "honey", and with Linda, from "lind" meaning "gentle, soft, tender" in the Germanic languages. The typical English pronunciation of Melinda is . In Hungarian, the stress is on the first syllable: [ˈmɛlindɒ].

Surname: Bone

Scottish

Alexander Bone (born 1996), British saxophonist, record producer, and composer Drummond Bone, British academic, expert on Byron Gertrude Helena Bone (1876–1962), Scottish writer Henry Pierce Bone (1779–1855), English enamel painter Ian Bone (author) (born 1956), Australian writer, author and novelist John T. Bone (1947–2019), British-born actor Muirhead Bone (1876–1953), Scottish artist Philip J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Melinda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Melinda by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Melinda Bone:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Melinda?
The first name Melinda originates from Greek. Melinda is a feminine given name. The modern name Melinda is a combination of "Mel" with the suffix "-inda". "Mel" can be derived from names such as Melanie meaning "dark, black" in Greek, or from Melina meaning "sweet like honey" or from Melissa (μέλισσα) meaning "honeybee" in Greek. It is also associated with the Greek word meli, meaning "honey", and with Linda, from "lind" meaning "gentle, soft, tender" in the Germanic languages. The typical English pronunciation of Melinda is . In Hungarian, the stress is on the first syllable: [ˈmɛlindɒ].
When was Melinda most popular?
The name Melinda reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bone?
The surname Bone originates from Scottish. Alexander Bone (born 1996), British saxophonist, record producer, and composer Drummond Bone, British academic, expert on Byron Gertrude Helena Bone (1876–1962), Scottish writer Henry Pierce Bone (1779–1855), English enamel painter Ian Bone (author) (born 1956), Australian writer, author and novelist John T. Bone (1947–2019), British-born actor Muirhead Bone (1876–1953), Scottish artist Philip J.
What are the origins of the name Melinda Bone?
The name Melinda Bone combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Bone originates from Scottish.
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