| Meaning | work, labor, plum or ash tree |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Me-lia |
This distinctive name carries an air of sophistication while remaining approachable and warm. Melia flows effortlessly off the tongue with its melodic three syllables, making it memorable without being overly complicated. Parents drawn to nature-inspired names will appreciate its subtle botanical associations, while those seeking something uncommon yet not outlandish will find it strikes the perfect balance. The name has gained modest popularity in recent years, offering familiarity without ubiquity. It pairs beautifully with both classic and contemporary middle names, and its soft consonants give it a gentle, feminine quality that many parents seek.
Melia stands out in a classroom without standing apart, offering your daughter a name that's both special and accessible throughout her life.
| Melinda |
| Melissa |
| Michelle |
| Miranda |
| Monica |
| Morgan |
| Mallory |
| Megan |
| Madison |
| Mackenzie |
| Marissa |
| Marie |
| Mel |
| Melly |
| Lia |
| Mia |
| Lili |
| Melia McEnery | Wife of singer Eric Clapton |
| Melia Crawford | American model and actress |
| Melia Renee | American opera singer |
| Melia Tourangeau | Canadian arts executive |
| Melia Bensussen | American theater director |
| Melia White | American golf player |
| Melia Hainline | American model |
| Melia Pershing | American actress |
| Melia Nakehk'o | Canadian actress |
| Melia Kreiling | Greek-Luxembourgish actress |
| Melia Calene | Character in the "Dragalia Lost" video game |
| Melia Galadari | Character in the video game "Xenoblade Chronicles" |
| Melia Marzai | Character in the "Tales of Arise" video game |
| Melia Zayin | Character in the anime series "World Trigger" |
| Melia Nilles | Character in the "Enthralled" series by Priscilla West |
| Melia Grant | Character in the novel "Hidden Currents" by Christine Feehan |
| Melia Vinahrada | Character in the "Dark Coven" series by Gayla Drummond |
| Melia Ryzek | Character in the "Graceling Realm" series by Kristin Cashore |
| Melia Berne | Character in the "Chronicles of Elantra" series by Michelle Sagara |
| Melia Nalli | Character in the novel "The Rise of Magicks" by Nora Roberts |
| Melia Carsarins | Character in the "Sisters of Magic" series by Donna Grant |
| Melia Galathynius | Character in the "Throne of Glass" series by Sarah J. Maas |
| Melia Antiqua | Character in the video game "Soma Bringer" |