Melena
meh-LAY-nah
Popularity
#7811
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Greek
Total Births
1,245
Peak Year
#52 in 2001
First Recorded
1957
Style
Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Derived from the Greek word 'melas', meaning 'black' or 'dark'. It can also be a variation of Elena, meaning 'bright, shining light'.
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
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