Holding steady.
Popularity of Meleena since 1995
Babies named Meleena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 102 |
| 2010s | 68 |
| 2020s | 9 |
Meaning & origin
Meleena is a modern feminine name that first entered U.S. records in 1995, reflecting the late 20th century trend of creating melodic names ending in -ina or -ena. It reached its peak usage in 2001, the year it was most frequently given, though overall numbers remained very low. Since then, the name has maintained a stable but minimal presence, never rising into widespread popularity. The name's origins are unclear; it is likely a contemporary invention or a respelling of names like Malina or Melina. Its top states of use are not recorded, indicating it has not been concentrated in any particular region. Parents today choosing Meleena are selecting a rare and distinctive name that sounds familiar yet uncommon.
Meleena first appeared in U.S. records in 1995, likely as a modern coinage blending sounds from names like Melina, Malina, or Selena. It may also be influenced by the suffix -ina popular in feminine names. Its usage has been very rare, with no clear historical or linguistic derivation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee, Lena, Meli
Sibling names for Meleena
Names that share Meleena's style, for a brother or sister.
