Melinda
Meaning of Melinda
Melinda is a female name with origins in English and German. It is derived from the Old High German name "Amalhildis," which means "work of nobility." The name has various associations, including strength, beauty, and intelligence. Melinda has been a popular choice for parents over the years, particularly in the United States. In recent times, it has ranked within the top 2500 names for newborn girls. The pronunciation of Melinda is consistent between American English and British English, pronounced as muh-LIN-duh (/məˈlɪndə/). A variation of the name is Malinda. Overall, Melinda is a timeless and elegant choice for parents seeking a classic yet unique name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as muh-LIN-duh (/məˈlɪndə/)
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Notable People Named Melinda
| Melinda French Gates is an American philanthropist and former Microsoft executive, known for her influential work in global health and gender equality. |
| Melinda Marie Doolittle is an American singer and the third place finalist on the sixth season of American Idol, known for her work as a professional backup singer for various artists before her appearance on the show. |
| Melinda Ledbetter - Melinda Kae Wilson is an American talent manager known for her role in helping Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys and was portrayed by Elizabeth Banks in the biopic Love & Mercy. |
| Melinda Schneider is an Australian country music singer, songwriter, and radio host who began performing at a young age and collaborated with her mother, Mary Schneider, on a yodelling country album at the age of eight. |
| Melinda Estes - Melinda L. Estes is a board-certified neurologist and neuropathologist, serving as the president and CEO of Saint Luke's Health System. |
| Melinda Leanna Shankar is a Canadian actress known for her roles in Degrassi: The Next Generation and How To Be Indie, winning awards for her performance. |
| Melinda Page Hamilton is a well-known American actress recognized for her roles in Devious Maids and Sleeping Dogs Lie, as well as recurring appearances on Desperate Housewives, Mad Men, and Big Love. |
| Melinda Metz is an American author known for her young adult and adult book series, including Roswell High, which inspired television series adaptations. |
| Melinda Bush is a member of the Illinois Senate representing the 31st district, which includes northern Lake County and several towns and cities. |
| Melinda Windsor, also known as Ann Brockway, was Playboy magazine's Playmate of the Month in February 1966 and a student at the University of California, Los Angeles. |
| Melinda Harper is an Australian abstract artist known for her use of colors, stripes, and geometrical designs across various media. |
| Melinda Sue Harmon is a former Senior United States district judge known for presiding over the Arthur Andersen trial and overseeing civil lawsuits related to Enron. |
| Melinda Pastrovics is a retired Hungarian handball goalkeeper and current coach, known for her international career and current role as the goalkeeping coach of Siófok KC. |
| Melinda Sun is an Australian badminton player known for winning medals at the Oceania Junior and Oceania Championships. |
| Melinda Jane MacLean, a former Canadian politician, served as a member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly representing the electoral district of Colchester from 1974 to 1978 as a member of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party. |
