What is the origin of the name Melayah?

Melayah is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Melayah?

Melayah is currently ranked #12968 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Melayah?

Melayah is pronounced meh-LAY-uh.

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GirlHebrew

Melayah

meh-LAY-uh

Popularity

#12968

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

150

Peak Year

#17 in 2014

First Recorded

2007

Style

Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Melayah is a modern feminine name, likely a variant of Melaya, with potential Hebrew origins related to 'myrrh' or 'bitter'.

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Mel Laya Maya

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Numerology

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Nicknames

Mel Laya Maya

Spelling Variations

Melaya Malia

Similar Names

Maya Leah Melanie Amelia

Personality Traits

SweetGentleGracefulResilient

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