US Popularity Rank: 8598

Origin: Polish

Meaning: Religious service; Gracious; Who is like God; Melanie in Polish

Give grace to the fact that you’ve found a name as unique as Mela. This short and sweet option is of mixed origin and an excellent choice for a girl. In Hindu, it means “religious service;” in Slavic, it means “gracious;” in Hebrew, it means “who is like God?” and in Poland, it is an alternative to Melanie. It can be read as a diminutive of names like Amelia, Pamela, or even Carmela, but Mela stands firmly on its own as a given name. Grant your little one the gift of this beautiful name.