Dark or black; honey bee
A creative spelling of Melinda, which likely combines the Greek 'meli' meaning honey and the suffix 'inda'. It is also associated with the name Melanie, meaning dark or black. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a rhythmic, feminine choice.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Melynda in 2025.
Canadian model known for body modification
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).