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Meliah

meh-LYE-ah

Meliah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variation of the name Mariah, which has Hebrew origins related to 'bitter' or 'wished-for child' or 'rebellion'.”. It currently ranks #6820 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2009.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Meliah Means

A variation of the name Mariah, which has Hebrew origins related to 'bitter' or 'wished-for child' or 'rebellion'.

The Story of Meliah

This name carries the echo of ancient Hebrew, a whisper of rebellion, and a quiet strength that feels like it was always meant for your child.

Meliah, likely a modern variation of Mariah, traces its roots to the Hebrew name Miryam. Its meaning is debated, with interpretations ranging from 'bitter' or 'rebellious' to the more tender 'wished-for child.' This ancient lineage, first appearing in biblical texts, journeyed through various cultures, its sound evolving over centuries until it landed here, for you.

When you imagine your daughter, Meliah, you might feel the grounded resilience of someone who has weathered storms. The name, when you whisper it, has a soft elegance, but underneath it is a firm will. You see her writing it on a school paper, the letters forming a statement of quiet determination.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Personality Traits

ResilientElegantStrong-willedArtistic

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Peak Year

#50 in 2009

Total Births

743

First Recorded

1979

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