Melea as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Melea

What is the meaning of the name Melea ?

The baby name Melea is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced meh-LEE-uh (mə-LEE-ə).

Melea is in Origin.

Melea is rooted in the Greek form Μελεά, found in the Gospel of Luke’s genealogy as the name of a male ancestor, later adopted in modern times as a feminine given name. In Greek, mēlea denotes an “apple tree,” while the near-homophone Melia refers to the “ash tree” and a class of nymphs in myth; contemporary usage of Melea often blends these nature associations. The name’s biblical appearance traveled through Greek into Latin and then English, but it remained rare for centuries.

In the English-speaking world Melea gained quiet currency in the late 20th century, helped by the fashion for Mel‑ names and ‑lea endings. Common variants and spellings include Meleah, Melia, and Milea; related choices are Malia, Amelia, and Melina. Nicknames such as Lea, Lia, and Mel come naturally. Overall meaning: “apple tree” (by Greek etymology), with possible “ash tree” overtones.