NAME PROFILE
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Derived from the ancient Greek word for honey; Meliton signifies sweetness and kindness. It describes a person with a warm, gentle soul who brightens the room with their presence and thoughtful nature.
Key Stats
| Total births | 202 |
| Gender | Male (43% / 57%) |
| Peak year | 2005 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 2002 |
| Most recent | 2013 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Greek, Spanish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 91%NY — 9%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%
Notable People
Melito of Sardis (Bishop and Christian writer) · Meliton Balanchivadze (Georgian composer) · Melitón Hernández (Professional footballer) · Melitón Albáñez Rivera (Revolutionary soldier) · Melitón Kantaria (WWII soldier)
Nicknames & Diminutives
MeliLitoTonico
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