Melinda Case

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melinda Case — Greek
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melinda Case 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 Case: Surname Allen Case (1934–1986), American actor Amber Case (born 1986), American cyborg anthropologist Andie Case (born 1992), American singer Andrew Case (born 1993), Canadian baseball player Anthony W. Case (born 1980), American astrophysicist Augustus Case (1812–1893), American admiral Box Case (1895–1969), British cricketer Cale Case (born 1958), American politician Clarence E. Case (1877–1961), American politician Clifford P. 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: Case

English

Surname Allen Case (1934–1986), American actor Amber Case (born 1986), American cyborg anthropologist Andie Case (born 1992), American singer Andrew Case (born 1993), Canadian baseball player Anthony W. Case (born 1980), American astrophysicist Augustus Case (1812–1893), American admiral Box Case (1895–1969), British cricketer Cale Case (born 1958), American politician Clarence E. Case (1877–1961), American politician Clifford P.

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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 Case

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 Case:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Case?
The surname Case originates from English. Surname Allen Case (1934–1986), American actor Amber Case (born 1986), American cyborg anthropologist Andie Case (born 1992), American singer Andrew Case (born 1993), Canadian baseball player Anthony W. Case (born 1980), American astrophysicist Augustus Case (1812–1893), American admiral Box Case (1895–1969), British cricketer Cale Case (born 1958), American politician Clarence E. Case (1877–1961), American politician Clifford P.
What are the origins of the name Melinda Case?
The name Melinda Case combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Case originates from English.
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