Mel
English, diminutive of Melvin
"council protector"Share
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Updated Thu Apr 18 2024
Mel Origin and Meaning
The name Mel is a boy's name of English origin meaning "council protector".
Though most Mels are playing pinochle with Murray and Morris, there was a notable Saint Mel. He is one of the earliest Irish saints, a nephew of St. Patrick. He became a priest, then built a great monastery where he served as abbot.
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Mel in Pop Culture
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