Melinda Lipscomb

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melinda Lipscomb — Greek
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melinda Lipscomb 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 Lipscomb: A. W. G. Lipscomb, Superintendent of the Aborigines Welfare Board in New South Wales, Australia from 1940 Andrew A. Lipscomb (1816–1890), American clergyman and educator Bob Lipscomb (1837–1895), English cricketer David Lipscomb (1831–1917), preacher and founder of Lipscomb University Eugene Lipscomb (1931–1963), American football player Frank Lipscomb (1863–1951), English cricketer George Lipscomb (1773–1846), English physician and county historian of Buckinghamshire Glenard 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: Lipscomb

English

A. W. G. Lipscomb, Superintendent of the Aborigines Welfare Board in New South Wales, Australia from 1940 Andrew A. Lipscomb (1816–1890), American clergyman and educator Bob Lipscomb (1837–1895), English cricketer David Lipscomb (1831–1917), preacher and founder of Lipscomb University Eugene Lipscomb (1931–1963), American football player Frank Lipscomb (1863–1951), English cricketer George Lipscomb (1773–1846), English physician and county historian of Buckinghamshire Glenard 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 Lipscomb

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 Lipscomb:

3
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Lipscomb?
The surname Lipscomb originates from English. A. W. G. Lipscomb, Superintendent of the Aborigines Welfare Board in New South Wales, Australia from 1940 Andrew A. Lipscomb (1816–1890), American clergyman and educator Bob Lipscomb (1837–1895), English cricketer David Lipscomb (1831–1917), preacher and founder of Lipscomb University Eugene Lipscomb (1931–1963), American football player Frank Lipscomb (1863–1951), English cricketer George Lipscomb (1773–1846), English physician and county historian of Buckinghamshire Glenard P.
What are the origins of the name Melinda Lipscomb?
The name Melinda Lipscomb combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Lipscomb originates from English.
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