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Name Origin

Melina is a feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'honey' or 'sweetness'. It is a diminutive of the name Melissa, which shares the same root.

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Famous People

Melina Mercouri (1920-1994)

Actress, politician

  • Won the Cannes Film Festival Best Actress Award for her role in 'Never on Sunday'
  • Served as Greece's Minister of Culture from 1981 to 1989
  • Played a key role in returning the Elgin Marbles to Greece

Melina Kanakaredes (1966-)

Actress

  • Known for her roles in the television series 'Providence' and 'CSI: NY'