Melinda Cano

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melinda Cano — Greek
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melinda Cano 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 Cano: Cano is a surname of Spanish origin. People with surname Cano include: Alfonso Cano (1948–2011), Chief of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia Alfredo Virginio Cano (born 1982), Argentine retired footballer Alonso Cano (1601–1667), Spanish painter Ana Cano (born 1950), Spanish philologist Antonio Cano (1779–1840), sculptor, architect, and lay friar of the Kingdom of Sardinia Ciriaco Cano (born 1948), Spanish footballer Emilia Cano (born 1968), Spanish race walker Fanny Cano (1944–1983), Mexican actress and producer Gabriel Cano de Aponte (1665–1733), Lieutenant General Germán Cano (born . 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: Cano

Spanish

Cano is a surname of Spanish origin. People with surname Cano include: Alfonso Cano (1948–2011), Chief of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia Alfredo Virginio Cano (born 1982), Argentine retired footballer Alonso Cano (1601–1667), Spanish painter Ana Cano (born 1950), Spanish philologist Antonio Cano (1779–1840), sculptor, architect, and lay friar of the Kingdom of Sardinia Ciriaco Cano (born 1948), Spanish footballer Emilia Cano (born 1968), Spanish race walker Fanny Cano (1944–1983), Mexican actress and producer Gabriel Cano de Aponte (1665–1733), Lieutenant General Germán Cano (born .

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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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Notable People Named Melinda Cano

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 Cano:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Cano?
The surname Cano originates from Spanish. Cano is a surname of Spanish origin. People with surname Cano include: Alfonso Cano (1948–2011), Chief of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia Alfredo Virginio Cano (born 1982), Argentine retired footballer Alonso Cano (1601–1667), Spanish painter Ana Cano (born 1950), Spanish philologist Antonio Cano (1779–1840), sculptor, architect, and lay friar of the Kingdom of Sardinia Ciriaco Cano (born 1948), Spanish footballer Emilia Cano (born 1968), Spanish race walker Fanny Cano (1944–1983), Mexican actress and producer Gabriel Cano de Aponte (1665–1733), Lieutenant General Germán Cano (born .
What are the origins of the name Melinda Cano?
The name Melinda Cano combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Cano originates from Spanish.
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