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MelusineChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Lady of the water

Pronunciation: meh-LOO-seen

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Name
Melusine
Meaning
Lady of the water
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
meh-LOO-seen
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Melusine mean?

Melusine is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Lady of the water". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: meh-LOO-seen. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Μελουσίνη

Μελουσίνη σημαίνει Βασίλισσα της Θάλασσας

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

meh-LOO-seen

IPA

/mɛlʊˈsiːn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Melusine is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Lady of the water. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Versatility, resourcefulness, and adaptability.

Personality

Personality Traits

MysteriousEnchantingAlluringDeceptiveJealousVengeful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes transformation, renewal, and the power of water.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Melusine is derived from the European water nymph of the same name, a legendary enchantress who was a half-human, half-snake creature. She is known for her captivating beauty and seductiveness, often luring sailors and knights to their deaths. Melusine's tale has been passed down through folklore, inspiring art, literature, music, and even city names across Europe.
Melusine represents the duality of human nature, with both light and darkness within us. She is a reminder of the power of love, loyalty, and betrayal, and the consequences that come with them. In Christian mythology, Melusine's conversion to a serpent signifies the transformation of the soul, representing the spiritual struggle and the potential for redemption and salvation. Her story also highlights the importance of faith and self-awareness in navigating the complexities of the human experience.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Mélusine de Carcassonne, a water nymph in European folklore, is said to have been the daughter of a count and a water-nymph.

Middle Ages

Another version of the legend says that Mélusine was the daughter of a Saracen king and a Christian princess.

Middle Ages

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

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Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Melusine

Queen of the Sea, mystical and divine

🇮🇱Hebrew

מלוסינה

מלוסינה היא שם שפירושו מלכה של הים

🇬🇷Greek

Μελουσίνη

Μελουσίνη σημαίνει Βασίλισσα της Θάλασσας

🇮🇹Latin

Melusine

Melusine means Queen of the Sea

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