Melesa
Melesa is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,949 in the US, popular nicknames include Mel, Mey, and Melie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Melesa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 130 babies have been named Melesa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Melesa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,949 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,949
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Melesa
Melesa is a girl name .
Melesa is currently ranked #35,949 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melesa include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Meleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Melesa include Melek . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis