Melis Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Melis name began, what it means, and where it was first recorded.
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Origin of the Melis name
Melis is one of the typical surnames of Sardinia. It is usually linked to the Sardinian word mèli, "honey", from Latin mel, and began as a name for a beekeeper or seller of honey, or as an affectionate nickname for a sweet-natured person. Sardinian surnames often keep the old island ending -is. The name is most common around Cagliari, in the south of the island.
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This overview covers the Melis name in Italy. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, the Netherlands and Argentina; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Melis name FAQ
What does the Melis name mean?
Honey (beekeeper). Common variants include Meli, Mele, Melas.
Where does the Melis surname come from?
It originates in Italy, and is also found in the United States, the Netherlands and Argentina.
Is there a Melis coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Melis crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Melis coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: De Felice, Dizionario dei cognomi italiani; Caffarelli & Marcato, I cognomi d'Italia.