Meles
Meaninganswer · Tigrinya
Meles is an African boy name meaning “answer”, with Tigrinya roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Meles
Meles is a boy name of African origin meaning “answer”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Meles at school.
Origin:African names
More African boy names
- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Boy name: Omari · long-lived
- Boy name: Ermias · form of Jeremiah
- Boy name: Jabari · brave, fearless
- Boy name: Paulo · small
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Meles
What does the name Meles mean?
Meles means “answer” and comes from Tigrinya. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Karabo (“answer”).
What is the origin of the name Meles?
Meles is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Tigrinya. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Meles a boy or girl name?
Meles is a boy name.
What names are similar to Meles?
If you like Meles, you might also like Karabo.
What should I know before naming my baby Meles?
Meles is an African boy name meaning “answer”, with Tigrinya roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.