Melinda Champlin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melinda Champlin — Greek
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melinda Champlin 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 Champlin: Arthur B. Champlin (1858–?), American journalist and politician Bill Champlin (born 1947), American rock musician Charles Champlin (1926–2014), American film critic and writer Christopher G. Champlin (1768–1840), United States Senator from Rhode Island Daniel Champlin (1769–1832), justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court Donna Lynne Champlin (born 1971), American actress and dancer Edward Champlin (1948–2024), Classics professor at Princeton University Ezra T. Champlin (1839–1928), American politician Hallie Champlin, 1900 US national tennis champion in women's doubles John W. 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: Champlin

English

Arthur B. Champlin (1858–?), American journalist and politician Bill Champlin (born 1947), American rock musician Charles Champlin (1926–2014), American film critic and writer Christopher G. Champlin (1768–1840), United States Senator from Rhode Island Daniel Champlin (1769–1832), justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court Donna Lynne Champlin (born 1971), American actress and dancer Edward Champlin (1948–2024), Classics professor at Princeton University Ezra T. Champlin (1839–1928), American politician Hallie Champlin, 1900 US national tennis champion in women's doubles John W.

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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 Champlin:

8
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Champlin?
The surname Champlin originates from English. Arthur B. Champlin (1858–?), American journalist and politician Bill Champlin (born 1947), American rock musician Charles Champlin (1926–2014), American film critic and writer Christopher G. Champlin (1768–1840), United States Senator from Rhode Island Daniel Champlin (1769–1832), justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court Donna Lynne Champlin (born 1971), American actress and dancer Edward Champlin (1948–2024), Classics professor at Princeton University Ezra T. Champlin (1839–1928), American politician Hallie Champlin, 1900 US national tennis champion in women's doubles John W.
What are the origins of the name Melinda Champlin?
The name Melinda Champlin combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Champlin originates from English.
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