Melinda Hendricks
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Melinda Hendricks 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 Hendricks: Barbara Hendricks (born 1948), American soprano Belford Hendricks (1909–1977), American composer, pianist, arranger, conductor and record producer. Christina Hendricks (born 1975), American actress Gay Hendricks (born 1945), American psychologist Howard Hendricks (1924–2013), American seminary professor Jim Hendricks (1949–2018), American actor Jim Hendricks (musician) (born 1940), American musician Jon Hendricks (1921–2017), American jazz lyricist and singer JPEGMAFIA (born 1989), American rapper and producer, whose real name is Barrington DeVaughn Hendricks Barbara Hendricks (politician) (bo. 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: Hendricks
English
Barbara Hendricks (born 1948), American soprano Belford Hendricks (1909–1977), American composer, pianist, arranger, conductor and record producer. Christina Hendricks (born 1975), American actress Gay Hendricks (born 1945), American psychologist Howard Hendricks (1924–2013), American seminary professor Jim Hendricks (1949–2018), American actor Jim Hendricks (musician) (born 1940), American musician Jon Hendricks (1921–2017), American jazz lyricist and singer JPEGMAFIA (born 1989), American rapper and producer, whose real name is Barrington DeVaughn Hendricks Barbara Hendricks (politician) (bo.
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 Hendricks
- 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 Hendricks:
Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.
Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.
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 Hendricks?
- The surname Hendricks originates from English. Barbara Hendricks (born 1948), American soprano Belford Hendricks (1909–1977), American composer, pianist, arranger, conductor and record producer. Christina Hendricks (born 1975), American actress Gay Hendricks (born 1945), American psychologist Howard Hendricks (1924–2013), American seminary professor Jim Hendricks (1949–2018), American actor Jim Hendricks (musician) (born 1940), American musician Jon Hendricks (1921–2017), American jazz lyricist and singer JPEGMAFIA (born 1989), American rapper and producer, whose real name is Barrington DeVaughn Hendricks Barbara Hendricks (politician) (bo.
- What are the origins of the name Melinda Hendricks?
- The name Melinda Hendricks combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Hendricks originates from English.