Melinda Cabrera
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Melinda Cabrera 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 Cabrera: Al Cabrera (1881–1964), Spanish baseball player Alex Cabrera (born 1971), Venezuelan baseball player Ana Cabrera (born 1982), American journalist and television news anchor Analí Cabrera (1959–2011), Peruvian actress, vedette, and athlete Ángel Cabrera (naturalist) (1879–1960), Spanish zoologist Ángel Cabrera (born 1969), Argentinian professional golfer Asdrúbal Cabrera (born 1985), Venezuelan baseball player in Major League Baseball Benedicto Cabrera aka Ben Cabrera or BenCab (born 1952), Filipino painter Bernardo de Cabrera (1289–1364), Aragonese military man and diplomat Blas Cabrera Navarr. 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: Cabrera
Spanish
Al Cabrera (1881–1964), Spanish baseball player Alex Cabrera (born 1971), Venezuelan baseball player Ana Cabrera (born 1982), American journalist and television news anchor Analí Cabrera (1959–2011), Peruvian actress, vedette, and athlete Ángel Cabrera (naturalist) (1879–1960), Spanish zoologist Ángel Cabrera (born 1969), Argentinian professional golfer Asdrúbal Cabrera (born 1985), Venezuelan baseball player in Major League Baseball Benedicto Cabrera aka Ben Cabrera or BenCab (born 1952), Filipino painter Bernardo de Cabrera (1289–1364), Aragonese military man and diplomat Blas Cabrera Navarr.
Geographic Distribution
The first name Melinda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:
Popularity Over Time
Popularity of the name Melinda by decade, based on birth registration data:
Notable People Named Melinda Cabrera
- Melinda Gates (philanthropist, 1964)
- Melinda Dillon (film actor, 1939)
- Melinda Clarke (film actor, 1969)
- Melinda Czink (tennis player, 1982)
- Melinda Kinnaman (film actor, 1971)
People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.
Numerology
According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Melinda Cabrera:
Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.
Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.
Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.
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 Cabrera?
- The surname Cabrera originates from Spanish. Al Cabrera (1881–1964), Spanish baseball player Alex Cabrera (born 1971), Venezuelan baseball player Ana Cabrera (born 1982), American journalist and television news anchor Analí Cabrera (1959–2011), Peruvian actress, vedette, and athlete Ángel Cabrera (naturalist) (1879–1960), Spanish zoologist Ángel Cabrera (born 1969), Argentinian professional golfer Asdrúbal Cabrera (born 1985), Venezuelan baseball player in Major League Baseball Benedicto Cabrera aka Ben Cabrera or BenCab (born 1952), Filipino painter Bernardo de Cabrera (1289–1364), Aragonese military man and diplomat Blas Cabrera Navarr.
- What are the origins of the name Melinda Cabrera?
- The name Melinda Cabrera combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Cabrera originates from Spanish.