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Mel

Unisex NameEnglish Origin

Meaning

Short form of MELVIN, MELANIE, MELISSA, and other names beginning with Mel.

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Mel and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Creativity
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Leadership
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Integrity
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Intelligence
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Wisdom

Famous People Named Mel

Mel Read

Imelda Mary Read (born 8 January 1939), known as Mel Read, is a British politician who served in the European Parliament.

AmbitionCharismaLeadership

Mel Stitzel

Mel Stitzel (January 9, 1902 – December 31, 1952American Big Bands – Page 1 of the 'K' Bands) was a German-born pianist best known for his work with the New Orleans Rhythm Kings, a leading jazz band.

LeadershipSuccess

Mel Bampton

Melissa "Mel" Bampton is an Australian radio announcer, best known for her work on the Triple J network.

CharismaCreativity

Mel Spillman

Mel Spillman (born 1948) is an American probate clerk and fraudster who transferred properties of dead people to his own accounts.

Mel Odom (author)

Mel Odom (born December 16, 1957, in California) is an American writer known primarily for science fiction and fantasy novels set in existing properties.

CreativityIntelligenceWisdom

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Mel in Other Languages

Ancient GreekMeliton
BosnianMelisa
DutchMelanie
DutchMelissa
EnglishMelina
EnglishMelva

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