Dark or black; apple
Mela has multiple origins. In Greek, it is a diminutive of Melanie, meaning 'dark' or 'black.' In Italian, it is the literal word for 'apple,' and in Sanskrit, it refers to a 'gathering' or 'religious fair.'
Less common today
Mela isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,966 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American voice actress
A character and Team Star leader · Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
