Melisande - Unique Girl Names

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Melisande

/ˈmɛlɪsænd/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Strength or work

Represents inner resilience, noble character, and the quiet power of perseverance through adversity.

Symbolism

Embodies grace under pressure, dignity, and the fusion of strength and femininity; often linked to mythical or royal figures.

Etymology: Derived from the Germanic elements 'amal' meaning 'work' or 'labor' and 'swinth' meaning 'strength'; evolved through Old French as Melisende or Melusine, popularized in medieval romances such as the tale of Esclarmonde and Melisande.

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

european

Cultural Background

Of Old French and Germanic origin, Melisande has historical roots in European nobility and literatur

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