Origin and Meaning of Meliodas

Dragon's blood

Origin: Welsh - The name Meliodas is thought to be derived from the Welsh 'Meliodes', which means 'the dragon'. It is associated with the medieval legend of King Arthur and his knights.

• Meliodas is a character from Arthurian legend, famously known as the father of Sir Tristan and a key figure in the tales surrounding the Knights of the Round Table.
• The name gained popularity due to its use in modern media, especially in the popular anime and manga series 'The Seven Deadly Sins', where Meliodas is the main character.
• Meliodas is often associated with themes of bravery, loyalty, and strength in various retellings of the Arthurian legends.
• While traditionally not a common given name, Meliodas has seen a rise in popularity primarily through pop culture references post-2010.
• Variations and related names include Meliodas, Meliodes, and its Anglicized forms, though other widespread derivatives are rare.