Bitter or beloved; industrious
Meleah is a modern American variation of Malia or Amelia. It is often associated with the Hawaiian form of Mary, meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved,' but can also be linked to the Germanic root for 'work.'
About 11 girls were named Meleah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
