Melba

The name Melba signifies ‘soft,' as it was often used to describe refined and cultured individuals, attributed to the famous opera singer Dame Nellie Melba.

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Melba is derived from the name of the Australian city of Melbourne. It was popularized as a female given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

  • Babies named Melba in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Mel, Melbie, Melly, Elba, Maba.
  • Full Names: Melby, Melbourne, Melberta, Melbatia, Melbita.
  • Famous Namesakes: Nellie Melba-Soprano, Melba Moore-Actress, Melba Pattillo Beals-Journalist, Melba Phillips-Physicist, Melba Roy Mouton-Mathematician.
  • Gender: Traditionally female
  • Numerology: In numerology, Melba equates to the number 5, which signifies adventure, action, and freedom. Those with this name tend to be dynamic, exploratory, and often bring vibrant energy to their surroundings.

The name Melba saw a peak in popularity in the United States during the early 1900s, associated with the fame of Dame Nellie Melba, though it has since become less common.

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