Meli

“sweet” — Associated with the term 'melody

Hawaii origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8329US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

130All-time births

📅 Since 198600

What does Meli mean and where does it come from?

Meli has roots in both Hawaiian and Greek cultures. In Hawaiian, it means 'sweet' and is often used as an affectionate term. In Greek, 'meli' (μέλι) directly translates to 'honey,' symbolizing sweetness and love. The name can also be associated with the term 'melody,' representing music and harmony.

Cultural significance

Meli has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hawaiian.

Peak popularity

Reached #9115 in 2020 — currently #8329 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Meli?

Meli works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Meli Grace

How popular is Meli right now?

Rising fast — up 2601 spots — currently #8329 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#8329 · Top 6.1%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8329	13	▲ up 2601 · +44% births
2022	#10930	9	▼ down 101
2021	#10829	9	▼ down 1714 · -18% births
2020	#9115	11	▲ up 5952 · +83% births
2015	#15067	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Meli

Best Year2023Rank #8329

Peak Count13

Average Rank#10854

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Meli

Meli is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1986. With 130 total births recorded, Meli remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15067 in 2015 to #8329 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Meli in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Meli by decade

Meli peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
2000s	46
2010s ★	68
2020s	11

💎Meli has only 130 total recorded births since 1986 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Meli?

Common

MelMelieMely

What names sound and feel like Meli?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Meli also consider these

Mele

Hawaii · song

Celi

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Meli

What does the name Meli mean?

Meli means "Hawaiian" — a name rooted in Hawaii tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Meli?

Meli is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Meli have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Meli?

Meli originates from Hawaii tradition. Hawaii names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Meli trending right now?

Meli is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Meli a common or rare name?

Meli is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.