Melvina
m(e)-lvi-na,
mel-vina
US Popularity:21789
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:Smooth brow; Gentle lady; Chieftain
Melvina is a girl’s name of Gaelic origin and a variation of the name Malvina and the masculine name Melvin. Melvina has several meanings, including “smooth brow,” “gentle lady,” and “chieftain.” A name steeped in history, Melvina has roots in Irish, Scottish, and Old English and has proven to be a timeless title. Sadly, this beautiful name has dipped in popularity since the mid-1900s, but that means baby will have a charming name as unique as they are. A name like Melvina may inspire baby to be a firm, but fair leader and will help them carry their Gaelic heritage with pride.
Melvina Name Popularity Data
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2017
#28522
in 2017
+ 670
from 2013
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