Melinda Reddick
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Melinda Reddick 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 Reddick: Alzo J. Reddick (born 1937), American politician Anthony Reddick (born 1985), American football player who played in Canadian Football League Cat Reddick (born 1982), American soccer player David Reddick (born 1971), American artist, illustrator and cartoonist DeWitt Carter Reddick (1904–1980), American journalist and professor Eunice S. Reddick (born 1951), American diplomat Haason Reddick (born 1994), American football player Jaret Reddick (born 1972), lead vocalist / rhythm guitarist for rock band Bowling for Soup Jeffrey Reddick (born 1969), American screenwriter John B. 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: Reddick
English
Alzo J. Reddick (born 1937), American politician Anthony Reddick (born 1985), American football player who played in Canadian Football League Cat Reddick (born 1982), American soccer player David Reddick (born 1971), American artist, illustrator and cartoonist DeWitt Carter Reddick (1904–1980), American journalist and professor Eunice S. Reddick (born 1951), American diplomat Haason Reddick (born 1994), American football player Jaret Reddick (born 1972), lead vocalist / rhythm guitarist for rock band Bowling for Soup Jeffrey Reddick (born 1969), American screenwriter John B.
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 Reddick
- 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 Reddick:
Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.
Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.
Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.
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 Reddick?
- The surname Reddick originates from English. Alzo J. Reddick (born 1937), American politician Anthony Reddick (born 1985), American football player who played in Canadian Football League Cat Reddick (born 1982), American soccer player David Reddick (born 1971), American artist, illustrator and cartoonist DeWitt Carter Reddick (1904–1980), American journalist and professor Eunice S. Reddick (born 1951), American diplomat Haason Reddick (born 1994), American football player Jaret Reddick (born 1972), lead vocalist / rhythm guitarist for rock band Bowling for Soup Jeffrey Reddick (born 1969), American screenwriter John B.
- What are the origins of the name Melinda Reddick?
- The name Melinda Reddick combines two different traditions: the first name Melinda has Greek roots, while the surname Reddick originates from English.