Melih

Melih is a Turkish first name that has its origins in Arabic. It comes from the word malīḥ (مَلِيح), which means 'beautiful, handsome, graceful.' With meanings like 'the Beautiful,' 'the Handsome,' or 'the Graceful,' Melih enjoys great popularity in Turkey and is often given as a boy's name.

What does the name Melih mean?

The first name Melih has its roots in Arabic and is derived from malīḥ (مَلِيح), which means 'beautiful, handsome, graceful.' It is often translated as 'the Beautiful' or 'the Handsome.' In Turkey, Melih is a common and valued boy's name. Among the notable personalities who bear this name are Turkish actors Melih Özkaya and Melih Selçuk. The female variant of the name is Meliha.

Where does the name Melih come from?

The name Melih originates from Arabic and means among other things 'the Beautiful' or 'the Handsome.'

How do you pronounce Melih?

The pronunciation of Melih is two syllables and pleasant to the ear. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Me-lih' [meˈliːh]. The first syllable begins with a clear E sound that conveys openness, while the stressed second syllable carries a long I sound. The soft h at the end provides a harmonious finish, giving the name a calm strength and tradition.

Popularity

In Germany, Melih is among the popular first names. The name currently ranks 699th on the list of most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2005, when it reached 347th place. In the last ten years, Melih has been chosen as a first name around 850 times, placing it 604th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 564th.

Nicknames & pet names

Mehlinder / Mel / Melischa / Mell / Melo / Melosch / Milosch

Similar first names

Famous people

• Melih Can Yagci (football player)
• Melih Cevdet Anday (poet from Turkey)
• Melih Ekener (actor from Turkey)
• Melih Hortum (footballer from Germany)
• Melih Kartal (footballer)
• Melih Kibar (composer, famous for the song from the film 'Hababam Sinifi')
• Melih Vardar (footballer)